Beyond new outfits, feasting, and red packets, Chinese New Year (CNY) is where our family dynamics come to light. If we're close to family, we'll look forward to the extended bonding time. If we aren't, we're probably bracing ourselves for awkward or even tense situations.

If my family isn't close and have nothing to say to each other, what's the point of gathering during CNY?

Natasha and Eileen share how they confront their family ties over the CNY season - for better or for worse.