I came downstairs to your question and saw the problems you face as a woman. I'm so excited to help you in some way!
From the words on the screen, I can feel the difficulties of a woman with young children and a career in the ascendant. The problems of this period are intertwined with the pressures and challenges of marriage, gender, parent-child relationships, and career. All of reality demands that we grow up quickly, and we can do it! The inner exhaustion, powerlessness, and fear are known only to ourselves, but we can conquer them.
Two people come together to form a family. When the next generation in the family, the children, arrive, it's a whole new ballgame! The entire family structure enters a new mode, ushering in new conflicts that require a new balance.
It's totally normal for young mothers to feel resentful when their mothers-in-law refuse to take care of their children. It can feel really unfair that only their parents have to take care of the children when they are both involved. If at this time the husband cannot objectively comfort them, then these feelings can make us want to express them uncontrollably, manifesting as complaints.
In fact, we complain because we want support, and our husbands avoid the situation because they don't want to be blamed. But the reality is that the current mode of interaction has already deviated from the goal. So, let's try something new!
Let's try the following methods together if possible!
1. Live in the moment! Make the most of the resources you have. Look after your parents and children, take care of yourself, and ask your husband for things that are achievable and helpful now, like making lunch on Saturday so your parents can take a break. Live in the moment! It's a great way to be.
2. Adjust your communication style, rally everyone you can, and don't use complaints to push your husband out of your camp. If your mother-in-law doesn't come to take care of the grandchildren, it's not just about you and the children—it's also about your husband and his children! There's no need to use your complaints to offset the fact that no one has offered to help.
3. Take care of your emotions. If you are happy, your children will be happy, and so will your parents. It's time to break out of the cycle in your family by separating emotions of different types and causes. You can do it!
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By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024








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I can totally relate to feeling overwhelmed by family pressures. It's tough when you're trying your best and it feels like no one understands or appreciates what you're going through. Sometimes I think we all need a little more patience and understanding, especially with those we love.
It sounds like there's a lot of hurt and misunderstanding on both sides. Maybe finding a neutral way to talk about these issues could help. Communication is so important, but it has to be done in a way that everyone feels heard and respected.
This situation seems really challenging. It's hard when you feel unsupported, especially as a new mom. Perhaps seeking some outside support, like a counselor, could offer new perspectives and strategies for dealing with these complex family dynamics.
I wonder if setting clear boundaries and expectations with her inlaws might ease some of the tension. It's also important for her to express her needs clearly to her husband, so he understands where she's coming from and why she feels upset.
The cycle of retaliation between families can be so damaging. It's heartbreaking that actions taken out of frustration can lead to such deepseated resentment. Finding a way to break this cycle and approach each other with empathy could be a step towards healing.