I'm Giving my Boyfriend an Ultimatum

We studied interpersonal relationships and explored the ins and outs of conflict this week. Watch the introduction of this episode of MTV's True Life (or the full episode if you'd prefer!) and share your opinion on how to deal with disruptive, dysfunctional relationship conflicts and how to improve communication with one another.

When online communication goes wrong

Many of us belong to online communities, and share plenty of personal information with others on the internet. Sometimes, whether on purpose or not, we might post content that could get us in trouble. Take for example the following situation. According to this website, a young intern wanted to celebrate Halloween, lied using a family obligation cover, and got caught when boss found evidential photos on Facebook. The following emails were exchanged between Kevin the intern and his boss, Paul.

Paul/Jill,

I just wanted to let you know that I will not be able to come into work tomorrow. Something came up at home and I had to go to New York this morning for the next couple of days. I apologize for the delayed notice.

Kind regards,
Kevin

Kevin's boss followed up by checking Facebook where he found this picture of his intern sporting a full fairy costume and celebrating with a can of Busch Light. What else could Paul do but reply to Kevin, attach the photo, and BCC the entire company on the email?

Kevin,

Thanks for letting us know—hope everything is ok in New York. (cool wand)

Cheers,
PCD

What are your thoughts on this situation? What are some other potential consequences of sharing personal information online?

There is a HUGE difference between 'yeah' and 'yes'

Ivy League sketch comedy group Harvard Sailing Team takes on relationships issues from inverted male and female points of view. Not forgetting this is a comedy sketch, do you think there is any truth to the clip or is it a mere exaggeration? Are there contradictions? Share your thoughts and opinions on relationship conflicts styles and each gender's perspective of the other.