Is there such a thing as taking Elf on the Shelf too seriously?

Is there such a thing as taking Elf on the Shelf too seriously?
She doesn’t think it was the tutor’s place.
Her parents went out of their way for this.
Your kids will lose all sense of chill, TBH.
This elf got himself into some very creative hijinks this year!
It’s a dream for kids and a nightmare for parents.
Elf on the Shelf seems harmless, maybe even a little adorable, but parents absolutely hate it.