Good morning, I am Coach Yu, and I would like to discuss this topic with you if you are interested.
There is a saying in psychology that I find particularly thought-provoking: "Six people are lying on a marriage bed." While it may be a bit of an exaggeration, I believe it reflects a common phenomenon in society, namely the complex and often confusing web of relationships between the nuclear family and the original family.
In "The Plastic Me," Chen Jiejun offers the perspective that many people may find it challenging to navigate their emotions and thoughts, and that this can sometimes lead to difficulties in dealing with things.
Perhaps it would be helpful to define what we mean by "feelings." We can think of feelings as the physiological and biological responses of the human body to external stimuli.
For instance, if someone were to stab you with a needle, you would feel pain. Similarly, if the north wind were to blow in the winter, you would feel cold. It could be said that feelings encompass not only reactions to external stimuli, but also to internal stimuli.
As the questioner wrote, before marriage, I had the impression that they would treat me like family, but after marriage, I was left with a sense of disappointment.
Perhaps we could define emotion as people's reaction to feelings.
For instance, if the surrounding environment is very hot, it can cause the palms of the hands to sweat and the heartbeat to accelerate. Emotions may be experienced as irritability or excitement when the body is very hot and the heartbeat is accelerating. Emotions and feelings generally respond through the peripheral nervous system of the nervous system.
As the questioner wrote, it could be the case that slowly remembering them makes them feel unwell.
Perhaps we could say that thoughts are how a person makes sense of their feelings and emotions.
It is generally understood that ideas do not originate in the peripheral nervous system, but in the central nervous system, as they involve understanding and interpretation.
As the original poster wrote, I just want to treat them like strangers and move on.
It might be helpful to take some time to reflect on the situation and try to understand our feelings, emotions, and thoughts. This could help us to manage and express our emotions in a way that helps us to understand ourselves, see ourselves clearly, and thus handle the relationship.
When I find that my in-laws are selfish, I wonder if it might be helpful to consider my feelings and thoughts in the situation. It can feel a bit overwhelming when there seems to be a lot expected of me, including bearing children, supporting the family, and serving as a kind of nanny and tool for their family.
Perhaps it would be helpful to ask ourselves what happened, what the situation was like at the time, and what led us to think this way. We could also consider what these words and actions of the in-laws might be expressing in their hearts.
When communication with my husband's family is ineffective and he is unable to resolve the issue, how do we feel and what are our thoughts? We are disappointed. Instead of getting caught up in the middle and getting tired, we might as well find a new group of people to help us out.
Perhaps it would be helpful to consider whether my views on communicating with my husband's family align with his. It might also be beneficial to reflect on what might be motivating him in not fulfilling the financial demands of his family.
Perhaps it would be helpful to consider what the ideal relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law might be. Similarly, it could be beneficial to reflect on what the ideal husband might be like.
I wonder what my boundaries are and what I can do.
It might be helpful to think of feelings, emotions, and thoughts as a kind of coordination between the nervous system and the brain. When relationships are smooth, it's natural to feel at peace.
One way to begin might be to have a conversation with our husband. We could listen to him talk about his parents as he sees them and some past events in his family of origin. At the same time, we could also listen to what he sees in the relationship between his wife's parents, what he can do, and what he expects to do. It might be helpful to avoid judging, and instead focus on being a good listener and trying to understand our husband and his parents better.
It would also be beneficial to express our real needs and hope to reach an agreement with my husband on how to handle the relationship with my in-laws. This could help us maintain harmony in our small family. It is likely that the relationship in the nuclear family is better than that in the original family. Good communication can both release our pent-up emotions and help us understand each other, enhancing the intimacy of the nuclear family. It would also be helpful to be prepared for both eventualities. If my husband readily accepts and is highly in agreement with our ideas, then we could create a suitable opportunity for him to have a frank exchange with my in-laws and gradually improve the relationship. If my husband is still doubtful and doesn't want to offend his family, we shouldn't be discouraged. First, we should make our boundaries clear and wait for the next opportunity to communicate again.
If this is a challenge you're facing, it's important to remember that it's not always easy to overcome. It can be helpful to connect with a trusted family member or friend who has consistently offered you positive support. If you feel it's something you need, you might also consider reaching out to a counselor. Having a safe space to express and process emotions can be beneficial in finding ways to cope and move forward.
It is also important to empower ourselves, as any change often begins with ourselves. It is beneficial to maintain an ordinary state of mind, as we believe that we always have the right to choose. Of course, changing is also a choice, and a voluntary choice is the end goal of a good relationship.
We would like to suggest the book "Nonviolent Communication" as a helpful resource.
Comments
I can relate to feeling so disillusioned after marriage. It's heartbreaking when family doesn't treat you as you expected and you're left feeling used rather than loved.
It's really tough when the reality of a situation falls so short of your expectations. It sounds like you've been through a lot and it's understandable that you would withdraw your compassion after such treatment.
Hearing about your experience breaks my heart. It's sad when family relationships turn out to be so onesided, leaving you feeling unsupported and unappreciated.
Your story resonates with me. It's disheartening when the people you thought would become your support system end up being a source of stress instead.
It's frustrating when communication fails and you're left dealing with everything on your own. I hope you find strength in yourself and for your child amidst all this.