10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
-Lanre Akinola
Life does feel really good for a couple when the bond is cemented by matrimony. Life is a celebration when the couple relaxes in sprawling coastlines or in rustic mountain resorts of amazing honeymoon destinations. And then, life gets real when marriage comes with a funny tagline – It is not just a union of two souls, but two families!10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
Here are 10 amazing ways to better relationship with in-laws.
- Maintain discretion. No matter how good an equation you share with your in-laws, try to solve your interpersonal conflicts with absolute discretion. That way, you are less likely to be judged for your shortcomings.
- Encourage family dinners/ outings. Involve them in family get-togethers. Know your in-laws well before you attempt to judge them.
- Remember and wish them on special days. Warming up may be initially delayed, but it is definitely not denied.
- Communicate correctly. Striking the right conversation with the right tone saves you from unpleasant situations.10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
- Respect their knowledge. While you accept your in-laws, you should also look at their good side, which is most likely their knowledge and years of experience.
- They are grandparents too. Children are routers that connect you and your in-laws. Need say more?
- Be patient. Living with your in-laws and expecting mutual acceptance immediately cannot happen overnight. You need to work on it patiently, and with love and respect.
- Be honest. Express emotions honestly yet tactfully keeping in mind, not to hurt their feelings. You will be understood better than you expect to be.10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
- Accept them for who they are. It is not a great idea to expect your in-laws to change for you as much as you would hate changing yourself for them. So, if there is a part of them that you are unable to accept, do not talk about it.10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
- They are family. Last but not the least; they are very much a part of your life. Remember, they gave birth to the person with whom you chose to spend the rest of your life with.10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
In every relationship you have to give something more than you take.10 WAYS TO BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH IN-LAWS
