How can I tell my mother in law to back off?
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Moderated by Danielle Johnson, MSED, Community mental Health Counseling, LMHC
Updated: Mar 24, 2022
Anonymous
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Jul 9, 2016
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You could try just telling her "back off," as a last resort. To start, maybe tell her that she's a bit too close, and that she's making you uncomfortable.
Remina
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Jul 10, 2016
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Have a grown up conversation with your mother in law and tell her calmly yet assertively that you do not like what she is doing and wish that she would back off.
Anonymous
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Jul 21, 2016
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if she has done something very unbearable then sure but i recommend talking out your problems with her
Baileybug
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Jul 27, 2016
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You just have to be bold about this stuff. Address her with what you think to be the problem. and sit down with her and talk it out, in a nice manner.
Anonymous
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Aug 10, 2016
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Perhaps explain that you're coping with things the best you can and would appreciate some space at the moment.
willow1563
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Aug 11, 2016
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Can I have some additional information about the situation? It sounds like you're frustrated with her.
mayahzepheniah2
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Aug 24, 2016
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That is a tough situation. Talking to her in a calm manner and listening to what she has to say may be a good stepping stone.
Compassion1023
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Sep 3, 2016
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You can tell her that this is my relationship that I need to focus on and I understand that you want to be involved, but I would appreciate you respect my relationship
Mahsaa
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Sep 4, 2016
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Be soft but confident and serious. Search for the right words to make your point but not hurt her feelings. Maybe get help from your husband?
tranquilShoulder91
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Sep 4, 2016
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Do you need to establish boundaries, or establish control? These are two separate items. Establishing boundaries puts a hand between you and them. Control is action that puts you in the driver's seat. Other details could not only aid in selection and tailor the approach, but add other options.
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