The mother-in-law is a topic that many people are afraid of. They worry about what they will say, or how she will act. In fact, it’s hard to know what to expect from a mother-in-law. Some women get along with their mothers-in-law and others do not.
So what can you do to make sure your relationship with your mother-in-law is as positive as possible? Here are some tips to help you get along with your mother-in-laws:
1) Be kind to your mother-in-law.
You may think that being kind to her is an easy thing to do, but if you have been rude or disrespectful in the past, then it may be difficult for her to accept your kindness. Try to be friendly and nice to her. It will go a long way in helping you get along with her.
2) Don’t take things personally.
When your mother-in-law gets mad at you, don’t take it personally. She is just expressing her feelings. She doesn’t want to see you upset, so she is making sure that you know that she is upset. If you can’t understand why she is angry, try to find out why. Maybe she feels that you are doing something that is not right. If you find out that there is nothing wrong, then be happy for her.
3) Give your mother-in-law space.
Sometimes when we are around someone all the time, we start to feel like we know them. We forget that they are still strangers. Let your mother-in-law know that you would love to spend more time with her, but that you need to respect her boundaries.
4) Don’t tell your mother-in-law everything.
It is important to keep some things private. If you tell your mother-in-laws everything, she might feel uncomfortable around you. You should only share information with her that you are comfortable with.
5) Do not be afraid to talk about your feelings.
If you have a problem with your mother-in-lover, then you should bring it up. The worst thing that you can do is pretend that everything is fine. If you are unhappy, then you should let her know. If you don’t, then you are only hurting yourself.
6) Keep your opinions to yourself.
You should never tell your mother-in-lady what you think about her. If you do, then you are saying that you don’t trust her. You should only speak your mind if you are asked directly. If you are not asked, then you shouldn’t say anything.
7) Do not criticize your mother-in-law’s behavior.
If you think that her behavior is bad, then you should not say anything. You should only give advice if you are asked for it. If you don’t give advice, then you are saying that she is doing the right thing.
8) Don’t make your mother-in-law feel guilty.
If your mother-in-law has done something wrong, then she should apologize for it. But, if you make her feel guilty for doing something right, then you are saying that it is okay for her to be rude.
9) Do not put your mother-in-law down.
You should never talk badly about your mother-in-law in front of her. If you do, you are saying that she is less than you. This is not true. Your mother-in-law may not be perfect, but she is still a good person.
10) Be patient.
You cannot control everything that your mother-in-law does. Just remember that she is a human being, too. You should try to be understanding and compassionate.
11) Don’t expect too much from your mother-in-law at first.
If you are expecting your mother-in-law to change, then you are setting yourself up for disappointment. You should not expect anything from your mother-in-lader until you know her better.
12) Make your mother-in-law proud of you.
You should always try to make your mother-in-law proud of you. If you do this, then you will have a happier mother-in-lader.
13) Always try to keep your family together.
Your mother-in-law wants to spend time with your children. If you make it difficult for her to see your kids, then she will have a harder time spending time with them.
14) Show your mother-in-law that you appreciate her.
If you show your mother-in-lade that you appreciate her, then she will be more willing to spend time with you.
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