The article discusses two family-related dilemmas: One brother is concerned about his sibling's engagement to a difficult partner, while another sibling feels sidelined by parents who prefer friends over family during holidays. For the first scenario, the advice suggests approaching the brother with care, expressing concerns about arguing, and recommending premarital counseling. The second scenario highlights the frustration of a family member wanting to reconnect with parents, only to find them attached to parental friends for holiday celebrations, suggesting a need for a heart-to-heart conversation.
I do not think telling your recently engaged brother that his fiancee is the worst of all time and no one in the family can find any redeeming qualities in her would be welcomed.
As the oldest sibling you could point out that you are concerned because he and this woman argue a lot, which is why you are suggesting they seek premarital counseling to head off any problems down the line.
My parents now spend all the major holidays with their buddies, even if my family is home alone.
Last year, I tried to talk it through with her. I said it was hurtful that they prefer to celebrate with friends rather than family.
Collection
[
|
...
]