My wife and I both know her mother is becoming more critical and demanding as she ages, but my wife feels obligated to absorb it while I feel protective of our family's peace, and we're stuck between guilt and boundaries.
More people experience this than they realize.
Love and loyalty pull in different directions when one person's family of origin conflicts with their chosen family's wellbeing.
“Where Are You with Love & Ambition?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.