Is it OK to keep secrets from family?

Keeping family secrets creates a toxic environment that poisons the whole family. It can be extremely harmful, leading to anxiety, shame, trust issues, resentment, stress, and sometimes to the use of addictive substances as a coping mechanism.

Do you think you should hide things and happenings from your parents?

But keep an open line of communication, don’t hide who you are from them. Nothing scares a parent more than knowing their child is hiding something, the mystery drives them crazy, and consequently, they drive you crazy. The more you tell them, the more they’ll trust you and that can only be mutually beneficial.

What to do when your daughter-in-law is talking about you?

Don’t focus on whether what she is saying is right or wrong. Remember your goal is to have a relationship with your son, grandkids and daughter-in-law. Try to be open to talking without getting defensive. Don’t take anything she says personally—it’s less about you and more about her.

What to do if your daughter-in-law does not share your values?

Don’t be offended if a daughter-in-law does not share your tastes, dreams, and values.” 10. Try to understand. “Remember that all good relationships take work and a willingness to seek understanding.”

What should I say to my daughter-in-law who is getting married?

Pray for your daughter-in-law. “Hope and pray that the marriage of your son will be successful. Don’t sit in the background and hope for your daughter-in-law to fail.” “Rather than question or criticize your daughter-in-law, bring issues to God and pray.”

Is it time to reframe your relationship with your daughter-in-law?

It’s time to reframe. You have acquired a daughter – a wonderful, charming, young woman of sparkling character whose sole goal is to love and give to your son and make a home for him. You should be thrilled. You don’t recognize your daughter-in-law from this description? Start looking at her this way and you will.