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How do you fix a relationship problem?
Working through your relationship challenges
- Respect your differences. It’s important to respect your differences in a relationship.
- Take a break. Don’t be afraid to spend some time apart too.
- Consider what’s best for you. When you’ve found someone you love spending time with and doing life with, things can feel great.
Is it okay to break up with someone because of their family?
While you may not consider it an eminent threat to your relationship, it actually can play a huge role in your potential to go the distance as a couple. “It is important for your family and significant other to mesh well because you will be a family, and family is important,” Dr. Sherman explains.
How can I help my husband deal with difficult families?
Never put your husband in a situation where he has to choose between you or his family. Instead, work out your differences alone in private, and then approach his family as a team when conflicts arise.
How can I get my husband to spend more time with his parents?
You might even consider scheduling family holidays to spend time with your husband’s family, so that you can strengthen your bonds with your husband’s family while also strengthening your bond with him. Alternatively, you can figure out what specific times are appropriate for him to spend with his parents.
How do I deal with in-laws who treat my husband like a child?
You may find yourself becoming irritated because your in-laws treat your husband like a child. Tell him firmly but gently that he needs to tell his parents that he is old enough to manage his own life. Let him know that he needs his own independence — not just for his sake, but for yours as well.
How can I make my husband show loyalty to the family?
The first step is to speak honestly with your husband about your feelings. It’s important to talk to him about it. Also, ask him about his feelings, for he may simply be finding it difficult to express his feelings of showing his loyalty to both his family and you.