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Ah, families… theyre pretty much likefudge: mostly sweet, but with a few nuts.
And when it comes to in-laws, well, sometimes those nuts are extra crunchy.
Despite being a hard-working, successful woman, our OP has never quite hit the favorite daughter-in-law mark.
I know, shocker.
Yep, the woman theyve spent 29 years undermining.
Totally on board with her decision to sit this one out.
Oh, theyve got opinions, and theyre loud about them.
One sibling, conveniently living abroad, has decided the OP should step up because shes local.
As if proximity somehow equals responsibility.
Take unpaid leave to help.
She blocked their messages, said a big nope to their demands, and reclaimed her sanity.
But apparently, the drama didnt end there.
Relationships are a two-way street, you know?
Respect isnt something that should only be expected when its convenient for others.
Just because someone shares your last name doesnt give them the right to take advantage of you.
Nope, its subtle, like someone conveniently calling you only when they need a favor.
Boundaries, all the way.
The key to dealing with it?
Dont feel responsible and step away from the situation or relationship.
Because setting firm boundaries isnt selfishits basically self-care.
If they cant handle the boundaries, thats their problem, not yours.
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