Building Relationships
with In-Law Children

Description

Nightmare stories of in-law problems are legendary. However, they don’t have to be. In this discussion, we will examine how to build a positive relationship with your children-in-law through the following five areas:

  1. Accept & Respect

  2. Boundaries

  3. Build Relationships

  4. Conflict

  5. Example: Model the Relationship You Want

This was a presentation and discussion with a group of mothers-in-law called “The Grandma Guild” :-).

Included:

  • 1 hour 10-minute audio of the live class (you can listen while you do other things)

  • PDF: A 10-page handout.

$29.00
One time
✓ Unlimited lifetime access to this class.

Detailed Description:

In this presentation, Jonathan Sherman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, discusses the complexities and strategies for building relationships with in-law children. He shares insights gathered from years of counseling experience, inviting participants to share their experiences. Sherman speaks about common issues such as managing expectations, respecting boundaries, and handling conflicts. He also underscores the importance of patience, acceptance, and the need to allow in-law children to make their own mistakes and learn from them. The session includes real-life examples and personal anecdotes, providing practical advice and fostering a deeper understanding of family dynamics.

  • 00:00 Introduction and Welcome

  • 00:26 Building Relationships with In-Law Children

  • 02:16 Managing Expectations and Conflicts

  • 04:07 Setting Boundaries and Respecting Differences

  • 07:41 Navigating Family Dynamics and Emotional Challenges

  • 12:22 The Importance of Communication and Understanding

  • 17:07 Personal Stories and Experiences

  • 27:05 Addressing Specific Family Issues

  • 36:49 Generational Depression and Family Dynamics

  • 37:16 Intervention and Counseling

  • 37:57 Understanding and Managing Family Relationships

  • 38:19 Setting Boundaries with In-Laws

  • 41:42 The Playground Rule: Respecting Family

  • 43:25 Animal Training for Humans: Patience in Relationships

  • 52:48 Navigating Adult Children and Boundaries

  • 55:58 Balancing Family and Church Responsibilities

  • 57:35 The Importance of Communication and Validation

  • 01:09:13 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

$29.00
One time
✓ Unlimited lifetime access to this class.
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Meet your instructor

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Meet your instructor ✳

Jonathan D. Sherman, MS, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Relationship Strategist, and speaker. He specializes in “Creating GREATness in Relationships” through three main areas of focus: Marriage Mastery, Parent Training, and Self-Mastery. He has been in practice for 30 years and has given over 500 presentations to over 50,000 people. He is the author of The 7 Principles for Building Strong Families workbook and companion online course. You can reach him and listen to “The RelateGREAT! Podcast with Jonathan Sherman and Friends" at RelateGREAT.net

You can read his full bio at RelateGREAT.net/about and see his vita at RelateGREAT.net/vita