Todays storyis no different.
The daughter-in-law had been dreading what would have been a relaxing holiday.
The friction often happens with their sons wives, and according to California-based psychologistDr.
Amy Keller, PsyD, its primarily due to fear of abandonment.
She may have always been the leading lady in her sons life.
And now you have taken her place, Dr. Keller said in an interview withVery Well Mind.
While they may not intentionally want to intrude, their actions may damage the relationship.
Samantha Rodman Whiten, a.k.aDr.
PsychMom, attributes such behavior to possible disorders like narcissism or borderline personality.
In an article forher website, she emphasized the importance of setting physical and/or emotional boundaries.
Emotional boundaries would involve refusing to tolerate underhanded insults or criticisms.
The author did what she felt was right for her sake and sanity by booking her hotel room.
However, she must communicate this with her mother-in-law by clearly explaining her intentions.
The last thing she wants is tocreate a divideand put her husband in a difficult situation.
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