I can't say I relate, since I only want to fulfill my filial duties the best I can. [ And he's somewhat glad she doesn't even try to talk about friends. That's another matter altogether. ] I do dislike it when my father makes it difficult for me to refuse, though.

[ Photo shoots, dates he doesn't want to go on, women he doesn't want to call his mother. He picks up the lights, wondering if there's a socket nearby. Probably not... ]

What's wrong with doing what you want?