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#FamilyConflict
Vickyyy

Should I pay my deceased mom's debts?​

Last year, I lost my mom (62) to diabetes and MS complications. Her health had been declining since my dad passed in 2017, and I later learned she had incurred debts to her sisters. I was unaware of this because I was overseas, covering her medical appointments, while my sister cared for her. Between 2017 and 2023, my mom also lost a sister to cancer, and I suspect some of the money may have gone toward her treatment or my 90+-year-old grandmother’s care. Now, one of my aunts (70s) has reached out asking me to pay my mom’s debts. There’s no record of this, and it’s not the only aunt demanding money. Her family (my cousin) has been calling non-stop, but I feel conflicted. Should I pay when it seems the money was used for other family members? My cousins insist it’s my responsibility, but I don’t think it’s fair. What would you do in this situation? #DebtAfterDeath #FamilyConflict #GuiltAndResponsibility #EstateIssues #SupportNeeded #RomanticRelationships

Should I pay my deceased mom's debts?​
Elizabeth Figueroa

Feeling unwelcome in my own home​​

My husband’s family doesn’t seem to understand my struggles. Despite 11 years of marriage and constant efforts to bond, they’ve never liked me. Now, six of them are staying in my small apartment for 40 days during the holidays. I’ve gone out of my way to accommodate them—renting storage, adjusting routines—but they refuse to help with groceries or costs. I have severe anxiety, and their presence has pushed me to the ER. My husband avoids conflict, leaving me overwhelmed. They act like they own the place, eating my food, taking my shower time, and disturbing my sleep. Today, my mother-in-law yelled at me, calling me difficult and dismissing my anxiety. Am I wrong for feeling unwelcome in my own home? #FamilyConflict #AnxietyStruggles #BoundarySetting #MarriageChallenges #SelfCare

Feeling unwelcome in my own home​​
Travis Harris

Dealing with a spouse's anger issues​

My husband has severe anger issues. When he gets angry, he throws things, believing it's fine since he either bought the items or can replace them. He blames me and our kids for not listening or following his rules, claiming he wouldn't get so angry if we did what we were supposed to. His outbursts often include name-calling and constant cursing. I've suggested therapy, but he dismisses it, insisting it won't help and that it's our fault. However, breaking TVs, glass, and mirrors isn't a healthy way to handle anger. Over the years, his behavior has worsened, and despite my efforts, things haven't improved. I feel helpless and worried about our family's well-being. #AngerManagement #FamilyConflict #TherapyDoubts #SpouseBehavior #HelplessFeelings

Dealing with a spouse's anger issues​
GoldenGriffin

My Husband Flipped Out Over Me Talking to My Brother! 😡

Last night was unreal. My husband (30) totally lost it just because I was having a rare, fun chat with my brother (22) after our horror movie binge. We’re all crashing at my mom’s while our house is being built, and my brother usually hides in his room. But for once, we actually connected! Out of nowhere, my husband, who started the movie night, decided he was done and expected me to drop everything and go to bed with him. Like, am I supposed to ignore my own brother just because my husband’s ego took a hit? He even threatened to cut my brother off over this! Is this normal, or am I losing my mind? Would you let your partner control who you talk to in your own family? Please tell me I’m not alone in this craziness! 😤🙄 #relationshipdrama #familyconflict #communicationissues #RomanticRelationships

My Husband Flipped Out Over Me Talking to My Brother! 😡
ChromaticCloud

Marriage is a matter between two people, but my mother-in-law said that I have to pay for the wedding expenses.

So here I am, standing in my future in-laws' palatial living room (seriously, my entire childhood home could fit in their foyer), and I’m being told that my family should foot the entire wedding bill. Meanwhile, I’ve been the one supporting their son—my fiancé—through career changes, layoffs, and life’s curveballs. I own our house, I pay most of the bills, and I’ve probably spent more on him than they ever have in the last few years. But because of some ancient tradition, they think they’re off the hook? It’s wild to me that they paid $50k for his sister’s wedding but can’t spare a dime for ours, especially when his mom keeps suggesting venues that cost more than my car. I’m not asking for a handout—just a little fairness. Is it too much to expect a bit of help when I’ve already invested so much in their son’s future? Or am I just being entitled? How would you handle this old-school stubbornness? 😤💸 #WeddingDrama #FinancialFairness #FamilyConflict #RomanticRelationships

Marriage is a matter between two people, but my mother-in-law said that I have to pay for the wedding expenses.