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This week, Karen tackles listener questions on navigating everything from over-involved mother-in-laws to family disagreements and unmet expectations. Karen shares wisdom from her 39 years of marriage about when to speak up, when to set boundaries, and how to keep your marriage strong even when extended family drama threatens your peace!
Episode Recap:
- How do we make our relationships with our MILs stronger and better? (2:53)
- As a MIL, how can I best help my DIL when Baby #3 arrives? (4:25)
- My MIL doesn’t get along well in family situations, should I intervene? (8:35)
- Boundaries are for you, not the other person (10:17)
- My SIL never prioritizes our family, should I talk to her? (12:25)
- My MIL is upset over our parenting choices, (15:18)
- My husband and I are at odds over how best to honor his family (18:20)
Scripture: Matthew 11:28 (NIV)
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Discussion Questions:
- When have you found it hardest to set boundaries with family? What helped you hold firm?
- How can you and your spouse stay unified when you see a family situation differently?
- What practical ways can you show love to your in-laws while still protecting your family’s peace?
- When conflict rises, what would it look like for you to “take it to the Lord” instead of trying to fix it yourself?
Resources:
- Reach out to https://birdsonawiremoms.com/book-karen-to-speak to have Karen come speak in your community!
- Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms
Creators and Guests
EK
Host
Emily Korosec
Co-host of the Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs podcast.
Host
What is Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs?
Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!