When you find that special someone you want to marry and spend your life with, it?s hard to imagine that anyone could see them as less than perfect. After all, you love their smile, their eyes?even their strangest quirks and neuroses become endearing and adorable when you?re smitten. And if you love them, certainly everyone else will too?right"
Unfortunately, that?s not always the case. When it comes to choosing a partner, you may get some resistance from the people who care about you: your friends, your siblings, and especially your parents. What should you do when your loved ones don?t approve of your fiancé" Here are a few tips to help you navigate this particularly touchy relationship minefield.
Communicate
There are many, many reasons why your family may not like your fiancé. Maybe your partner made a poor first impression. Maybe they practice a different faith than the one you were raised in. Maybe your folks simply think you can do better. But whatever the reason, it?s important that you give your family an opportunity to state their case. Communication is essential to every relationship, be it a romantic or familial one. Sit down with your family and let them explain why they don?t approve of your impending marriage. Give them a chance to air their grievances and make sure their voice is heard. If you think it will be productive, bring your fiancé along for this family talk?but if that?s just a recipe for hurt feelings and angry words, leave them at ho...