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Hi, how to maintain a positive household environment for me, my husband and my kids if I have difficult father in law that always want us to do things in his old school way and refuses to listen to what we have to say (even when we cited experts comments). I hate confrontation as it will only cause me depression.
This is tricky as this is his father not yours, and it is harder to just be yourself and speak up. Being on the same page with your husband will help - his support of you and behind you is fundamental. He can talk to them for you. And depending on your relationship with him, you can also talk to him. Since reason and citing experts doesn't help, both of you can just put your foot down and say things like you appreciate his feedback and opinion, however this is how you want to raise your child. Avoid doing this infront of your child as this can make your father-in-law feel embarrassed but definitely say something to him afterwards. Keep trying and don't give up - it can feel like one step forward, two steps back. Remember not to take it personal. Your father-in-law's words and actions are more about him and who he is than you. Yet your children are yours to protect, defend and raise. As long as your children are safe, you need to know you can raise your children the way you want and for
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