March 7, 2026 at 2:15 pm

Introverted, Tired Teenager Declined To Get Vietnamese Food With Dad, So They Argued And Dad Punished Him By Removing WIFI Access

by Ashley Ashbee

A Vietnamese food bowl with chopsticks

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When you are a teenager, you are still a kid. That means you are expected to do what you are told.

See why this teen is in a conflict with his dad.

AITA for not wanting to eat out?

I am 15 and an introvert. I prefer to stay at home than go outside. BUT sometimes I like to go outside and have fun.

So my dad offered to take me and my sister to a Vietnamese restaurant. It was a Friday and i just came home from my taekwondo lessons and school.

But it wasn’t really an “offer.”

I said “No, sorry. I am really tired and I want to stay home.”

Then he said, “No you have to come” and I said again that i was tired and i just wanted to relax by myself.

He still said I had to come and he will take away the Wi-Fi if i didn’t.

Dad still won’t give it a rest.

I was really ticked at this point because last month, this same exact thing happened with the same restaurant.

I was getting mad because he just wouldn’t take no for a answer and kept shouting and threatening to take the WIFI away. So I ALSO shouted, “Why is saying no to going out a punishment? I am just tired!”

(He takes away the WIFI as a punishment). I was just so mad at this point and decided just to rest and not go to the restaurant.

AITA?

Here is what folks are saying.

Sounds tough.

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This person doesn’t use their phone in bed, I’m sure.

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Spoken like a parent!

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These two must argue about everything.

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Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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