Be honest: Could your relationship with your in-laws use a little work? Are you as nice as you could be? Do you let past events dictate your current behavior?
If you didn’t get off to the best start with your in-laws and you know that friction is causing headaches for your spouse, make some adjustments in your attitude – starting NOW. Now that you are married, YOU are part of the family, too. Continuing to think of “my family” and “their family” is counterproductive.
If you usually have a standing date with your in-laws (Sunday dinner every week, for example), make an effort to tell your spouse you’re looking forward to seeing them. Ask how your sister- or brother-in-law is doing. Make it a point to pick up something special your mother-in-law may like, like a copy of People magazine with Denzel on the cover. Finally “confirm” some of those pending Facebook family requests that have been piling up.
Make small changes to have a more peaceful relationship. It will work wonders for your spouse, but also for you.
BMWK family – how is your relationship with the in-laws? If you started off shaky, how did you turn things around? Share your tips in the comments!
It’s the last week of the challenge – let’s finish strong!