A woman seeks advice on how to handle her toxic and narcissistic sister-in-law during her daughter’s upcoming wedding. Despite years of family problems caused by the sister-in-law, the woman wants to reduce contact with her. The daughter does not want to invite her aunt and cousins to the wedding due to their past treatment, and the woman supports her decision. However, the woman’s husband may insist on including them out of family obligation, causing conflict.
The advice given is to prioritize the daughter’s wishes for her wedding day and explain to the husband that excluding his sister is to ensure a positive, stress-free event for their daughter, not to hurt anyone. It is suggested that the husband address the matter with his sister separately, either before or after the wedding, to maintain some level of family connection without disrupting the celebration. Clear, calm communication and focusing on supporting the daughter’s happiness is emphasized in handling the situation. The article also promotes a new anthology by Annie Lane on marriage, infidelity, communication, and reconciliation.
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