Dear Dr. Tracy

Navigating Mother-in-Law Tension: Passive Aggression, Boundaries, Power Dynamics, and Repair


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In Part 2 of my MIL book-launch series, I sit down with creator Janelle (@heyjanellemarie) to unpack “Daughter-in-Law Math,” the thousand paper-cut moments that erode trust, and the real power dynamics between mothers-in-law, sons, and couples.


We explore passive aggression, exclusion, gossip, and double standards—plus practical tools for the holiday season: code words, aligned exits, and repair that actually rebuilds safety.


If you’re navigating mother-in-law tension, boundaries, or feeling invisible in your own marriage, this episode gives you scripts, strategy, and hope.


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Learn how to set boundaries, break old patterns, and build a stronger bond with your partner while creating the relationships you want with extended family members.


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