WebMy in-laws had a very high-conflict marriage, they separated 3-4 times over the course of their marriage, twice because of problems with their own respective parents/in-laws. He knew I was mad because normally i would keep on (I know bad habit). Maybe I shouldn't even say that. She never had sex before we got together, not even masturbation, because of her conservative upbringing. I found this out when I saw his phone. Because they are new to the household, women rely on their husband for protection. But dont do it with a sense of vengeance or to get back at him. Good morning - Well I brought it up last night and at first it did not go well. He completely denied there was even an issue. Denied he gets upset, Theres only one issue: Hes poly and Im not. i agr.ee with ( specialmom ) just focus on him .Forget the rest 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. But in dealing with his sister, everyone else is always in the wrong, and in this case you have nothing to be sorry for. I'm glad to hear that he "fessed up" to the things he was doing. Knowing youre making good decisions should keep you flush and rested. You just graciously celebrate while inwardly cringing. Im mentally ill and Im going to therapy and am on medication, but nothing helps me with my bipolar disorder. I am rarely tempted to take a drink; remembering my behavior in the past and how physically ill drinking made me is enough of a deterrent to keep me from wanting to drink. And youve left us all wondering: Does the grieving widower have any idea what his wife was up to? My son and daughter-in-law had professional engagement photos taken, numerous bridal showers, a wedding followed by a reception, professional maternity photos taken, a gender revealing party, a baptism, professional family portraits, and a first birthday party. But not before you give your mental health the attention it deserves. Again, one would need to know history and dynamics. By using this Site you agree to the following, By using this Site you agree to the following. I miss the days of one bridal shower, a ceremony in a church, and cake in the church basement. I have been with this man for 2 years and we have a baby. I don't tend to "sugar coat" many things. Make him sit down and explain to him that while its wonderful that he feels that his cousin needs him in the hospital and he visits her every day or that hes there for his sister but he could also feel for his son and help him out with Maths. 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. But this is a private matter between you and your husband. I think they really do know how disfunctional the family is deep down but like with anything else they are protective and defensive. What Do Herpes Sores Look Like at Different Stages. Oh, and one more question, why does he say he treats your family a bit cold and keeps them at arms length? Have you ever asked in a way that is 'ju She says nothing to defend herself; occasionally she might protest with a thats not nice but its very mild. I don't exactly see that is speaking ill of her. But you cannot always choose your family over your spouse. What used to be nice, simple ceremonies have turned into much longer events. My husband gets angry whenever I say anything about his family. Heres an edited transcript of this weeks chat. A: I doubt he needs a therapist, but he certainly needs an M.D. In that case, you have to understand his true feelings or maybe encourage him to break the patriarchal norms of the family. I am appalled by this developing dynamic. A sister who will stand by any man she is in a relationship with. I can't say anything or else he gets defensive. (especially if you have children). Since it has been quite some time since I went through these rituals, I expected them to change. So most often what happens is the husband keeps fulfilling the financial and psychological needs of his family and the wife and his own children are often asked to compromise. Could he be jealous at the nice way your family interacts when his doesn't as much?? In the few hours Im there, they insult her looks, her cooking, and her intelligence. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease; or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. On the last Monday of each month, Lori Gottlieb. You could be living with your husbands family or you could be living in a separate residence but when your husband chooses his family over you then its a constant battle that you have to keep fighting in your life. Your husband might not even know that you feel that he is choosing his family over you. Anyway, a few minutes later he came into our room and I just said here look and handed him my computer. And when I am ready, how do I tell my co-workers and clients? 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. Will there be fallout? I really want to say something to these children, not just for my cousins sake, but also because theyre becoming very mean girls. 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. I want the truth, the person asking says, but if you tell me the truth, I will shame or judge or abandon you. And, worst of all, he propositioned me for sex by using the fact I was divorced (and probably horny) as an excuse. I know this because she has made comments to my husband like that in the past. It does bother me that she is like this because she knows what she is done and she knows it affects my husbad but I'm mad about how my husband reacts when I side with him or say anything about it. His parents would be heartbroken if we dont invite his dad, but neither of us want to ask that my family endure his remarks, even padded with His mind is slipping and he says hateful things sometimes. I fear we wont be able to have the big wedding we planned on but Ive never encountered this situation before so I dont know if Im missing an obvious solution that would afford us a family event, or if well have to elope or just bite the bullet and ban him from the festivities. That is the reason you got married. And you are struggling with your childrens studies and could do with some help from him in Maths. You would have to know the whole story to understand. 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. WebYou might feel that your husband loves his sister more because he gives her more importance in his life. Here are 12 things you could do to make the dynamics of your relationship with your husband vis-a-vis his family more streamlined: They could be working or they could be homemakers but it is a fact that the Indian mothers life revolves around children. Talk to you next week! (Questions may be edited.). A: I agree. But if you are being railroaded into doing things you dont want to do, then you say no and decline the money. He says nothing when they make their comments and occasionally will joke along the same lines. A: You cannot impose a schedule on someone elses grief. 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 He had numerous affairs during the late 90s and early 2000s (and perhaps This is a reality many married women face in India. She tells him mom is 1st then your wife. You know best. My sister has been married to her emotionally and verbally abusive husband for 35 years. He is currently being hospitalized for some heart issues. Right now were debating having another child. Emily Yoffe, aka Dear Prudence, is on Washingtonpost.com weekly to chat live with readers. If he heads for his parents room after office, you tell him thats just fine but he has to ensure after that when he is with you the door of your room is closed and you have your own space. But the thought of going through this number of events for two more kids is exhausting. Her words are if someone doesn't like it then tuff **it. I'm just stating the facts. Why does my husband get so defensive about his family? It's supposed to say "Despite it does bother me how my MIL has been acting with my husband ex after what she is done, I'm mad about how my husband react when I say anything even if it's when I'm siding with hi. So, on top of everything, hes also grieving for a baby which may or may not have been his. 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. Whenever possible, speak to your in-laws directly. Sometimes theres no ideal time to have a child, but its the right thing to do anyway. Emily Yoffe. Related Reading: 5 reasons why the Indian family is killing the Indian marriage. Thank you! You are the only one who understood what I was trying to say. Perhaps I should have been more clear. It's upsetting that she treats this You are welcome dear. Well, I'm glad that you two have found the same page to be on. This brings me to your comment about if I have considered that maybe my MIL doesn't want problems, of course I have considered it and that is why I said I don't expect her to be rude or mean. Frankly, I think this is celebration overload and, in its own way, detracts from the seriousness of these events. She may be too sunk into this mess to act, but sometimes an outsiders perspective can suddenly shine a mirror on a situation. So I think you should let your husband fully experience hisalone. Be kind and polite, but firm. Join the live chat Mondays at noon. I found out about the affair only two days after her funeral. 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. But it sounds as if youre both employed and making good financial choices. Q. So I dont feel sorry for him at all. They didn't care that he didn't have any of his things with him, they just locked him out one night. This could get really annoying because this is one of the tell-tale signs My Friend Is Furious With Me for Ignoring Her Medical Crisis. Our commenting guidelines can be found here. 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. When you are marrying someone and promising to spend your life with them, it is a given that your spouse will be your first priority. However, if I really do understand. If you know this occurs.simply say nothing. He is a disgusting human being. I'm not mad at my MIL for being nice to my husband's ex. Good morning - Well I brought it up last night and at first it did not go well. Right now your position is: End the texting or Ill leave. Talk to you next time. A: Im always going to vote for prioritizing the innocent nonracists over the racist. WebYou can never separate a husband from his mom. If you are living with the in-laws you cannot really restrict relative visits because the elderly people are usually free to entertain guests. WebOriginally Answered: My husband listens to his sisters alot and what they say goes for me and our marriage. Slate is published by The Slate Group, a Graham Holdings Company. We are much happier for it too. He says no. I posted my comment because my husband gets over anything that is said about his family. But thats a simplistic reaction to an issue Im sure is multi-layered. What can you do to break this deadlock? This is a reality in many homes in India and wives are expected to entertain relatives because the husband is choosing his family over his wife. One simple piece of advice that can go a long way in resolving the deadlock is to become a part of his family, in true earnest. Have you ever asked in a way that is 'just talking'? We celebrate the happy, imperfect love without judgment or bias, and strive to help people love more mindfully by viewing their relationship patterns from the lens of mental health and psychology. 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. Understand husband chooses his family because he doesnt know how not to. Emily Yoffe: Thanks, everyone. Read some reputable books on creating a budget and living within it. I can still remember standing up to my father in my 20s when he tried to get me to join in in ridiculing my mother. He quit his job, saying it was too traumatic to go to work. It would seem odd to tell a therapist, Im happy and have no real problems, but I have night terrors.. sorry if it doesn't. All rights reserved. Given the husbands contribution, it also sounds as if a malicious family dynamic is at play here: Martyr mom does everything for us, and in exchange she earns our contempt. To everyone - Londers,Brice,Tinnkker and especially you Specialmom, thanks for your advice. Plus, we are sure, you wouldnt really appreciate a man who is not there with his parents when they genuinely and really need him. That gives him the space to work on those issues. A quick Google search pulled up the following results and many others: Ads Explain Why Animals Shouldnt Be Given as Gifts, Why You Shouldnt Give Puppies As Gifts This Christmas, Puppies are long-term commitments, not last-minute gifts, This Holiday Season, Remember: A Puppy Is NOT a Present.. At this point, I am tired of being treated like a heartless person because I do my best to stay away from him. 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. He has lied to the counselor about his texting relationship with his colleague. Hug, hold hands, often. But if you have a discussion with him and tell him how you feel, then both of you could sit together and work a way out. Our parents were mostly living paycheck to paycheck. This is even more important as including him would likely be directly harming your own relatives. You really have gotten good advice above. I have been married for 20+ years now. Over the years, I have learned a lot and maybe it will help you. I This could get really annoying because this is one of the tell-tale signs your husband puts his family first. Q. Celebration Overload: I have three sons in their late 20s and early 30s. 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. My mother and I arent close so I didnt give in to what she wanted; however, I wanted to make my mother-in-law happy so we caved to whatever she wanted. I feel theyre now old enough to be addressed as the young women theyre becoming and understand the implications of their actions. 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?). Next time you know youll be in town, tell your cousin she needs a night off and youd like to take her out to a restaurant for a chance to get some adult time. I don't know what I can add that will be of help Three things come to mind after reading your post: Didn't find the answer you were looking for? Before the baby comes, you and your husband need to get on the same page as far as dealing with his family is concerned. Stop blaming him, it'll get you no where. We enjoyed ourselves the first few years. 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. Thanks for understanding, should do it. He recently got a new boyfriend (Im a guy as well), and I cant stop myself from being insecure. His daughter is 18 and treats my husband like crap and we all know it's due to what his ex says and does. I hope you and your husband can start standing up for yourselves now, before you come to the conclusion that raising your children is really about what the grandparents want. Discuss this column on our Facebook page! But, is it my place (as a family member) and what would I say if I did take them aside? Help! If a part of his income goes to his family, ensure a part of your income goes to your family too. Please dont do it again.. 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? 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. Small gestures of love do not imply that your husband chose his mom over you. He has even argued with me and threatened to leave me over a disagreement about his sister! Someone has to win here, and it should be the people who arent awful. The Negative Effects Of Having A Partner Who Doesn't Stand Up For You. Never disrespect your wife by talking negatively about her to another woman. When my ex left me for another women we came up to agreement of child maintenance for our two children, hes was employed and kept up the Hi there, I have a foggy brain and will read everyone's posts carefully and forgive me if this has been said. 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I completely understand preserving relationships for the sake of children. 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. Were all breathing a little easier at family events without our racist uncle there. I'm just saying I don't know why either, etc. 5 ways in which marriage turned out the opposite of what I imagined, 7 Tips For Men Who Are Stuck Between Wife And Mother In A Joint Family, 12 Ways to Deal With a Jealous Mother-In-Law. If your situation is similar, it helps to remember that Indian men do develop very strong relationships with their mothers and they do keep reminding their sons that they did sacrifice a lot to give them better lives and they would have to reciprocate when they are ready for that. Constructive criticism. that is what Londres's post is and I think she may have hit it right on the head. Is this just the trend of celebrations now and I should go along with it?
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