Todays Original Poster (OP) was invited by a friend to a potluck.

Relieved, the OP showed up without bringing anything.

On the way home, the OP couldnt help but feel it was unfair.

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However, they struggled with whether to bring it up with the friend.

On the one hand, it seemed like a small issue and they didnt want tooverreact.

On the other hand, they couldnt shake the feeling that they had been unfairly treated.

Friends sharing a dish at a potluck; one person looks surprised, others are smiling with food on the table.

However, Rich Woman Magazinemaintainsthat open and honest communication is key to maintaining strong, lastingfriendships.

When friends feel safe expressing their feelings and setting boundaries, it builds trust and emotional closeness.

Netizens insisted that the friends remark was passive-aggressive and unnecessary.

Text about showing up empty-handed to a friend’s potluck after being told not to bring anything.

However, several others stated that the OP should have brought something, no matter how small.

What do you think about this situation?

We would love to know your thoughts!

Text conversation about a casual potluck, highlighting an invitation not to bring anything.

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Text from a person at a potluck describing showing up empty-handed after being told not to bring anything.

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Empty-handed at potluck, a friend contemplates helping with cleanup instead.

Text discussing a potluck, mentioning not everyone contributed but appreciation for attendance.

Text about feeling embarrassed at a potluck after arriving empty-handed.

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Text from a friend reflecting on not bringing anything to a potluck after being told not to.

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Comment on a post about potluck etiquette: “Personally I would’ve brought a bottle of wine.

Text response about a friend regretting arriving empty-handed to a potluck after not bringing anything.

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