Well, I'm glad that you two have found the same page to be on. Hi there, I have a foggy brain and will read everyone's posts carefully and forgive me if this has been said. I wonder if one reason that your MIL No worries about the "slamming" comment/joke etc. His father used to keep a lid on his opinions in public but due to what his wife believes is dementia setting in, he has slowly been saying VERY inappropriate things about POC when shopping, at church, or out to dinner. What he is doing comes naturally to him. I'm not saying his mom is this or that. Then next time you do eat at their house, you should feel free to be more direct to the girls. . But not choose her publicly. As we have both grown up with no money, we have saved very penny we have earned and have a very nice savings account. My sister My husband of 29 years spends more time with his sister and her family than he does with me and our children. Weve barely talked these last weeks because I dont know how to respond to my husband when he cries and says he misses her and wishes she were here, then also how much he loves me and that he never intended to leave me. ); why he feels he has to hide it from you; and how your requests that he end it affect his feelings toward you? WebOriginally Answered: My husband listens to his sisters alot and what they say goes for me and our marriage. Frankly, I think this is celebration overload and, in its own way, detracts from the seriousness of these events. And your husband ends up giving more importance to that because that is what he has been used to seeing in his family. I wonder, too, if youve been able to step back and ask yourself why his platonic texts (that you have seen and say arent sexual) feel so upsetting or threatening to you (perhaps you wish you shared this easy rapport with him, too?). A: How wrenching, and I hope you do turn to your family and friends who will support you through this tough time. Husband Lets His Family Disrespect Me (4 Things To Do My name is Vic, and I started living with my sister in 2013 because my parents wanted me to change from one environment to another. Should I tell my sister why I hate her husband, and more advice She was sitting on his lap and I find it extremely difficult to be emotionally supportive when he wakes up at 3 a.m. crying and tremblingyet I dont have the heart to yell at him like I want to. Its true that most teenagers will test the boundaries of civility and the safest place for them to do it is in their home. I know how delicate the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship can be, so I have not said a word about these events and attended them all graciously. Often when people feel betrayed, theyre so wrapped up in hurt and anxiety that they lack curiosity about the person they feel betrayed by. A: If youre in the middle of finding the best treatment for your bipolar disorder, the last thing you need is a relationship that makes you feel insecure and stressed. When children are socialized in India it is drilled into their head that your parents will always be your priority and even now when sons want to have a separate residence after marriage there is severe criticism not only from parents but also relatives and the neighbors who keep saying: there goes the son tied to the wifes pallu. If you want to create not just trust but closeness in your marriage, youll need to allow room for the truth by inviting it in. Its as if he has PTSD. Jene Desmond-Harris is online weekly to chat live with readers. Kept my opinion to myself. He says nothing when they make their comments and occasionally will joke along the same lines. Beyond simple flirting and physical attraction, There can be situations, sometimes unavoidable circumstances, that make a man choose his family, but he will surely expect your support. That way there is no misunderstanding and festering. I'm not mad at my MIL for being nice to my husband's ex. He's trying to make you jealous and you absolutely need to be worried because you have to ask him why he's doing this. i agr.ee with ( specialmom )just focus on him .Forget the rest. Plus, we are sure, you wouldnt really appreciate a man who is not there with his parents when they genuinely and really need him. I'm guessing he just wanted to avoid the topic all together and was hoping it would just go away??? If I even express how I don't understand how his mom can be so friendly with his ex-wife he gets mad at me. Either way, you wont be able to have a conversation about his texting that will be helpful to you individually or as a couple until a deeper understanding is reached. It seems like keeping this secret makes it feel much more shameful than it needs to be. I have been on the receiving end of his outbursts numerous times and have been called the C-word during his tantrums. You can sort out your feelings by talking. They didn't care that he didn't have any of his things with him, they just locked him out one night. Again, one would need to know history and dynamics. I hope it continues to go well. Re: to Mean Girls: I was raised in a household like this, and sadly, this is the norm for these girls. Over the years, I have learned a lot and maybe it will help you. Sometimes the decision such as which college your son should study in or when your daughter should come back home become topics of family round table conferences. My husband keeps letting his sister bully me: Ask Ellie On the last Monday of each month, Lori Gottlieb. 471. By Emily Yoffe. I thought he might be able to be courteous at a wedding, but their daughter visited with her adopted POC child and he refused to interact with or be in pictures with them, and cornered her to ask why she couldnt have adopted a nice white baby. And he was like this before he was believed to have dementia! It annoyed him, I agreed with him and said I don't understand why she did it to that extreme either and he got mad at me. And as well all know, Indian mothers do not let go of their sons even after marriage. my husband defends his mother despite it It surely sounds as if he has some kind of sleep disorder and likely its treatable. How do I graciously be a part of their lives while inwardly cringing at another over-the-top celebration? My exact response was, Dont I have the right to choose when to announce my pregnancy? He has always been prioritizing them in small ways and does not realize how much he is hurting you by giving you a second-citizen treatment. When people say, Hows Jim? if all you want to say is, Hes fine, thanks, then so be it. Submit your questions and comments here before or during the discussion. A: Oh, goodness, this is way too close to the baby-making party! Re: Celebration Overload: Its not always the bride who wants this huge lavish event. Q. I go out of my way to be nice to them and don't ever have disagreements with his family or anything. We enjoyed ourselves the first few years. Please know that the bride may just be railroaded into doing what someone else wants. Thanks for understanding, should do it. While theres nothing sexual in their messages, and he assures me they are only friends, I have repeatedly expressed my displeasure and discomfort about the situation. Then if a further diagnosis is needed, he needs to see a sleep specialist. You should tell herbut once hes out of the hospital and his health is stable. So it could be an alternative day arrangement. My husband She is always around, he tells her all their business, and on their date night he invited his sister to come along. Do I need to give him time to mourn the loss of his mistress? does that make sense? To everyone - Londers,Brice,Tinnkker and especially you Specialmom, thanks for your advice. Photo illustration by Slate. it sounds like you may have found common ground. That's awesome. I'm glad to hear that he "fessed up" to the things he was doing. That gives him th We want both of our families to celebrate with us but are concerned about how my future FIL will behave toward the POC members of my side of the family, so much so that we havent announced our engagement to anyone yet. But Im tired of being grilled about all of our life choices and the timing of revealing them. His daughter is 18 and treats my husband like crap and we all know it's due to what his ex says and does. If you dont, then you could be alienating him from you. (Questions may be edited.). If kowtowing to the sister is the primary family dynamic, then you two need to stop bowing and start standing up for yourselves. My husband always supports his mother the more you let this thought fester in your mind, the harder it will be to accept their bond. ", "Very reliable company and very fast. Talk to you next time. At this point, I am tired of being treated like a heartless person because I do my best to stay away from him. It seems like anything that comes of out of my cousins mouth warrants a snide retort from one child or the other. She says nothing to defend herself; occasionally she might protest with a thats not nice but its very mild. A: Steve, you know Ive decided to stop drinking. You tell as much as youre ready. I really do understand. When youre struggling to come to terms with the signs your husband puts his family first, know that healthy and honest communication is the key to solving any relationship issue. My husband and I both agree that the wedding is actually about the parents of the groom and bride, and not the actual couple getting married. Over the years we are able to talk more openly about each others family because we are solid and we even laugh a little too! If this is my reaction, should I break up with him or try to work on it? His mother went overboard with affection to the person she claims to hate. Great company and great staff. We suggest that you learn to pick your battles. Bonobology.com is the couple-relationship destination for Indians everywhere! A: Thank you for simply revealing your pregnancy and not having a gender reveal party. 12 Things To Do When Your Husband Chooses His Family Over You Emily Yoffe, aka Dear Prudence, is on Washingtonpost.com weekly to chat live with readers. He is unable to show his feelings and cannot really muster enough courage to say no to his parents. And dont let another woman dishonor her husband by complaining to you. 2. In addition, I hope he is independently wealthy, or has fantastically in-demand professional skills, because quitting his job over her death indicates hes gone off the deep end. What may have started off as privacytexts between friendshas now moved into secrecy, not necessarily because hes doing anything wrong, but because of something going on between the two of you. Q. I wonder if one reason that your MIL has kind of gone out of her way to be nice to your husband's ex is since she's seen what this woman will do if so inclined . A: Ive said before that I dont think a man confesses his infidelity to his wifes sister because he really wants it to remain a secret. He quit his job, saying it was too traumatic to go to work. A sister who when he was living with her had kicked him out for no reason, no notice because her husband at the time said so. He was annoyed and I agreed with him. He says no. Mine knows not to cross the line with my family either. Read Prudies Slate columns here. My MIL says she cannot stand my husbands ex and doesn't want to have anything to do with her so that is why I said what I said. Ok, hope that makes more sense than my last comment. And when I am ready, how do I tell my co-workers and clients? Ive always managed to be civil to her and praise her ideas to get her to shut up about lecturing me on what foods I should buy, etc. Maybe the ex is intimidating (always a leader that meets their match). A: Your answer is contained in your question. Couple relationshipsthe pains and pleasures, the anxieties and comforts, the craziness and calm. Maybe I shouldn't even say that. My husband supports everyone else but me. Why does he do this My Partner Doesnt Defend Me. What Now? - Bustle I called him a mamas boy. So slap on a smile and be grateful to be included. Create your own boundaries, your husband will start realizing what is possible and what is not possible. An edited transcript of the chat is below. It could be that your in-laws and his siblings are always included in your family travel plans. Of course youre reeling over these events, so if he wont see a counselor with you, consider going alone. Should I? My friend and her sister have decided that what their dad needs is a puppy, so he has a purpose to his day and a reason to get out of the house for walks and dog training classes, and theyve decided to gift him a puppy as a surprise. It would seem odd to tell a therapist, Im happy and have no real problems, but I have night terrors.. Both my husband and I have agreed that if we dont have another child in the next two years or so, were probably not going to try for one after that point. 11 Possible Meanings - When Your Husband Defends Another Heres where we disagree though: My husband thinks we should just start trying and see what happens. With our first child expected in a few months, these night terrors have become an almost every-night occurrence, and its fraying my nerves and causing me to lose sleep. These are: 1. If he's not, divorce him and find someone better. You will not get to crib then that your husband chooses his family over you and he will be satisfied by doing his bit for his side of the family. Tell him you understand there are difficulties and sensitivities with his family, but now that youve got a baby coming, its more important than ever to set some standard for how people treat each other. I just don't understand it and I can't even say it to my husband or he gets mad at me and acts like I'm being ridiculous. I love this guy a lot. Understand husband chooses his family because he doesnt know how not to. Never commented other than "I'm sorry, I don't know, hope it works out etc"I figured out I was always saying what he thought but I said it first. But the thought of going through this number of events for two more kids is exhausting. Q: Sister-in-Law Furious About When I Revealed My Pregnancy: My husbands sister thrives on being a passive-aggressive, attention-hogging know-it-all. Be kind and polite, but firm. I miss the days of one bridal shower, a ceremony in a church, and cake in the church basement. They didn't care that he didn't have Heres an edited transcript of this weeks chat. "Being unwilling to defend a significant other doesn't necessarily mean someone is being But not before you give your mental health the attention it deserves. I cant imagine how hes going to explain that departure to potential employers. The problem is that Im not out to my friends and family. When Spouse and Child are Against You - Aish.com Tempted teetotaler: I quit drinking two years ago after a 10-year battle with alcoholism. I am a 43-year-old man, and my wife is 41. i agr.ee with ( specialmom ) just focus on him .Forget the rest You are not entirely wrong, if youre convinced, My husband puts his friends and family before me. Tell your husband that you have no issues visiting your in-laws but if it could be made an alternative week affair then as a couple you could have some me-time. Q. All this is to say, maybe your husband is crossing a line and not telling you, or maybe hes not and your demands are simply pushing him away. Q. If he cant see your point of view, a few sessions with a therapist to help you two hash out these in-law issues would be a good investment. I posted my comment because my husband gets over anything that is said about his family. You would have to know the whole story to understand. He tells me I am overreacting and that I should get over it. A couch is a major purchase and theres nothing wrong with doing your research and making sure youre getting the right one. When I offered to go to the hospital to be with her, she made a disgusted noise and said, Like you care. No, I dont care about him. What can you do to break this deadlock? Ultimatums wont solve the actual problem (whatevers going on in your marriage) that created this problem (lying about the texts) in the first place. But ultimatums dont do muchthey might seem to resolve the dilemma, but often they simply drive the real issue underground. Does your home feel like a Dharamsala where relatives walk in without even calling and expect you to leave everything and make tea and snacks for them the moment they show their face? That is not done. My Husband That will be Tuesday, Jan. 18, since were off on Monday. We are currently living together and are starting to get our careers going. Her words are if someone doesn't like it then tuff **it. What to do when your husband is too attached to his family and they get a say in all decisions big and small regarding your lives and that of your children? Yes, that includes your spouses attachment to his family. It doesnt sound like you need psychological counseling, just a better system for making financial decisions. Who knows why she is doing what she does with the ex. Here are two different ways to look at your situation: 1) Your husband is a no-good liar and you should leave him. Id say you should express concern not just for the animal (which is the obvious issue) but also about how traumatizing it will be for him if the dog is too much to handle, wont let him rest, or has to be rehomed if it doesnt work out. I don't tend to "sugar coat" many things. Our capabilities go beyond HVAC ductwork fabrication, inquire about other specialty items you may need and we will be happy to try and accommodate your needs. If you are living with your in-laws, it might happen that your husband comes back home and heads straight to his parents room and comes out of there only after an hour or two? Before the baby comes, you and your husband need to get on the same page as far as dealing with his family is concerned. He read this thread and didn't say anything for a few minutes. It could be that your husbands sister has some sort of personality disorder so everyone tiptoes around her in order to try and keep the peace. So, when the signs your husband puts his family first are staring you in the face, dont lose heart. But I agree that turning marriage into the Normandy Invasion (actually, that took less time to plan and launch than most weddings) is an absurd waste of time and money. I just didnt expect them to change quite this much. My Sister I'm glad to hear that he "fessed up" to the things he was doing. You can manage your newsletter subscriptions at any time. First, consider that if in your deceived disillusionment, youre compelled to push your partner away, virtually nothing beats telling them how awful they are. He just denied everything. Theres a difference in a relationship between privacy (space that everyone needs in healthy relationships) and secrecy (which tends to be corrosive). Re: Is there a happy medium? Never disregard the medical advice of your physician or health professional, or delay in seeking such advice, because of something you read on this Site. This is the second letter Ive gotten about the amazing development of the awful gender-reveal party. Sit with your husband and work out a budget as to how much should go to your husbands family and how much should be kept for your own. He can comment all he wants about his family and deal with them BUT the same goes for me. What used to be nice, simple ceremonies have turned into much longer events. This could get really annoying because this is one of the tell-tale signs your husband puts his family first. A husband who, in a situation of conflict, sides against his wife may be hiding deep-seated resentment toward her. That way your husband does not get to choose his family over you. Also, whenever she is close with her husband he pushes her away when his sister enters the room. The question is: How can you give her this information without making her feel attacked, when shes clearly feeling desperate to do something to make her father feel better? Or should I demand he focus on our marriage? Similarly, theyre so wrapped up in anger and self-righteousness that they lack curiosity about themselves. If you missed Part 1 of this weeks chat, click here to read it. My Husband Loves His Sister More Than Me (Here's How To Deal MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. If they think an American college is a waste of money but you have always aspired for one for your son, put your foot down. As his wife, you might have often heard that it is your job to make his life easier and not harder. A: I agree. I have been married for 20+ years now. If your husband is choosing his family over you repeatedly, then you have to remember he has been psychologically conditioned to do so since his childhood. :<))I did refer to the word "slam" in my initial post because I didn't want you to think I was trying to be too harsh with you. I don't understand it and I've had it!! A: If more people were like you, the housing crash might have been a lot less disastrous. First it was the older one, and now her younger sister is doing the same. But this is a private matter between you and your husband. It has become so bad that I spend all night staying up thinking about if we can afford things even though I know I can. Here are two different ways to look at your situation: 1) Your husband is a no-good liar and you should leave him. Theres only one issue: Hes poly and Im not. Or does he rush to help his little sister with every little crisis she may have, leaving you grappling with the feeling my husband always chooses his sister over me. Ive always had a bit of an inferiority complex, and I fear that he likes this guy better than me. You really have gotten good advice above. Slate is published by The Slate Group, a Graham Holdings Company. First of all I don't speak ill of my MIL and never have. I would recommend them to everyone who needs any metal or Fabrication work done. I'm not that kind of spouse but I'm getting to the point to where I'm about to say what is on my mind. When Team Bonobology puts a story together be sure to find strong research-based content. If you start this conversation, I assume once your parents understand exactly what youre asking, theyd run screaming from the room. In that case, you will have to support him to stand by his family. Rajesh is a protective and caring son, and Meenu treats that affection as an affront to her place in her life. A: I think its pretty well known that you are not supposed to give animals as presents. Like perhaps she was/is afraid that if she doesn't treat this woman well, that she'll then be the next target. I asked him to visit a marriage therapist together and he said hes not ready to work on our marriage, and thinks he needs to see a grief therapist instead. WebIf you want your wife to respect you, you have to respect and protect her dignity. But you do not need their permission for baby-making. You dont just make the do not invite list for no reason. I couldn't help it but I just laughed. Will there be fallout? Interestingly, while Ive known she exists as his colleague, he has never introduced me to her even though I know all of his other work friends.. So he listen to his mom. Most recent situation which I mentioned above. So you shouldnt have any trouble finding some talking points for the substance of your argument. Instead, consider it a way of filling up the time when your husband is unavailable to you by surrounding yourself with people you love. Nevertheless, he wakes up, at a minimum of one night a week, screaming, thrashing, and terrified. Then make it very clear to your relatives without being rude that you have work to do when they are dropping in so if you remain confined to your room, they should not hold it against you. Kind of a shoot the messanger thing. If you see that most of your husbands income is given away to his parents for the upkeep of their home and you are left struggling with the finances at the end of the month, then it becomes really frustrating.
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