In this advice column, a mother grapples with her daughter’s obsession with ‘smellmaxing’—overusing cologne. After a harsh reception from in-laws during a family visit, the mother faces tensions with her daughter who feels betrayed and embarrassed. She struggles with the fallout of her family's insensitive comments, aiming to protect her daughter’s feelings while addressing the inappropriate behavior of her in-laws. The insights emphasize prioritizing support for the daughter while also confronting family bullying, underscoring the complexity of navigating these familial relationships.
The first priority should be tending to your daughter, emphasizing that family support is critical, especially during tough moments like those faced with her in-laws.
You don’t need to explain to your in-laws that bullying your daughter was unacceptable; simply state that their behavior was inappropriate.
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