“My in-laws keep interfering in our married life. I feel stuck and unheard. What should I do?”
You’re not alone. As a relationship counsellor and spiritual guide, I often hear this. It’s painful, confusing, and can quietly damage the beautiful bond between husband and wife if not handled with wisdom.
The Emotional Reality:
In-laws might unintentionally overstep—sharing opinions, controlling routines, or influencing decisions. What begins as “care” may soon feel like control. And the worst part? Many women suppress their feelings to avoid being labeled disrespectful or “too sensitive.”
But here’s the truth:
👉 Healthy relationships need healthy boundaries.
👉 Marriage is a sacred union between partners, not a battleground for extended family dynamics.
Relationship Advice from a Certified Counsellor:
1. Set Clear, Loving Boundaries
Boundaries aren’t rude—they’re respectful walls that protect peace.
🗣️ Sit with your partner and express what’s bothering you—without blaming.
🔸 Wrong: “Your mom is always interfering.”
🔹 Right: “I feel overwhelmed when decisions are made without us as a couple being aligned.”
2. Be on the Same Page as a Couple
If your partner understands and stands by you, things shift quickly.
💑 Create a plan on how both of you will respond to in-law pressure together. United energy can calm even the stormiest family patterns. It applies to both the side of In-laws.
3. Don’t Sacrifice Your Voice to Keep Peace
Silence isn’t always golden. Over time, unspoken resentment grows into emotional distance.
Give yourself permission to express how you feel—with kindness and honesty.
Remember: Being respectful doesn’t mean being invisible.
4. Know When to Seek Support
When emotional stress starts affecting your sleep, self-worth, or relationship intimacy—don’t hesitate to seek a counselling session.
💡 You deserve peace. And peace doesn’t come from pleasing everyone—it comes from living in truth.
Tarot Insight: When In-Laws Interfere
Let’s take guidance from the tarot to bring light to this situation.
✨ Card of the Situation: The High Priestess
🧘♀️ Meaning: You already know the truth. Trust your intuition.
When you’re torn between your in-laws’ expectations and your personal boundaries, the High Priestess whispers:
Pause. Breathe. Go within. The answers aren’t outside—they’re already in your soul.
This card tells you to:
- Step back from drama.
- Observe silently before reacting.
- Use your emotional wisdom, not just your words.
🌪️ Challenge Card: Five of Wands
Conflict and ego battles. This card shows tension and misunderstanding.
✔️ Don’t feed the fire. Don’t fight to win. Communicate to resolve.
🌈 Advice Card: Queen of Swords
She’s graceful, wise, and direct. The Queen teaches you to speak your truth without emotion clouding your clarity.
💡 Be firm yet fair. Protect your peace with maturity and poise.
🌸 Affirmation to Hold Close:
“I choose peace in my relationship. I express my truth with love and create boundaries that honour my soul.”
Final Thoughts:
You can love your in-laws and still protect your marriage.
You can be a good wife/Husband without being silent.
You can stay grounded without being aggressive.
💫 And if you’re ever unsure what to do—let your inner High Priestess guide you.
With healing light and support,
– Himani Goyal
Certified Counsellor | Tarot & Spiritual Healer
🌙 Soul Cosmic by Himani






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