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Today, we talked about something everyone has if they’re married. In-laws!! While we have been pretty fortunate in our relationships, it is still a relationship that takes intentionality in order to nurture and develop. And unlike your spouse, you don’t get to choose them. They’re part of the package when you get married. We reflected on the beginning of your relationship with each of our husband’s families. And on some of the horror stories from our friends. Again, we are extremely fortunate.
You’ll want to check out the end of the episode where we talked about the fantasy land we live in where we are going to be the perfect in-laws when our kids all get married. Make sure and listen to that and hold us to it in years to come. Haha!
Have you heard our episode about the effect of both order on your family. Check that out HERE. It was a fun episode.
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Music is by Oliver Massa. It is called Weekend Chores
Recap
Take time for fun and exploration, like going on field trips
Building a good relationship with in-laws is important
Viewing in-laws as a blessing and showing respect and care can foster a positive relationship
In-laws play a role in raising the person you love most Meeting and getting to know your in-laws’ siblings can be a fun and rewarding experience.
The relationship with in-laws can be different from the relationship with parents, and it’s important to establish boundaries and treat each other as a unit.
Parents should pray for their children’s future spouses and invest in the relationship even before meeting them.
Communication and open dialogue with in-laws are key to maintaining healthy relationships.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Announcement
01:32 Recent Activities and Field Trips
21:13 The Role of In-Laws in Raising the Person You Love Most
22:27 Meeting In-Laws
23:08 Bonding with Siblings-in-Law
25:03 Spending Time with In-Laws
26:31 Watching Siblings-in-Law Grow Up
27:34 Different Relationships with In-Laws
29:48 Establishing Boundaries
32:40 Dealing with Overbearing In-Laws
33:58 Recognizing Inappropriate Behavior
39:33 Treating young couples as a Unit
41:22 Praying for Future for future sons and daughters-in-law
42:15 Maintaining Healthy Relationships