More often than not, there can be a divide between you.

All of that expectation can be really difficult to live up to.

Want to know for sure?

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There are some clear signs that she really doesn’t like you all that much.

Here’s how to figure it out.

It can be extremely difficult to encounter this, particularly among family, but it happens.

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While it’s totally possible you’re over-thinking it, you might be right on track.

“Intuition is a powerful tool that everyone carries, use and listen to it.

Do you get the feeling that your mother in law tolerates you as opposed to embraces you?

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Especially for the sake of her child?

You are probably right,” psychologistDr.

Anjhula Mya Singh Baistold me in an email.

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If it makes you uncomfortable, speak up.

She’s overly critical

Some people really are exceptionally critical.

“Talk to your partner first.

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You are a team.

She ignores you

Ah, the silent treatment.

When referring to your household, she’ll only mention her child’s name.

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Most obnoxiously, she’ll constantly bring up the past.”

It’s difficult, for sure, but her freezing you out may not last forever.

Make a more conscious effort to build a relationship before giving up entirely.

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“[She’s] basically, setting you up to fail.

Trust your gut: if it feels wrong, talk to your partner about it.

They may not see it until it’s pointed out.”

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Respect needs to flow in both directions.

She’s blaming you for misunderstanding, rather than faulting herself for hurting you.

It’s complicated

So you have a feeling that your mother-in-law might not like you.

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It’s normal to feel upset or disappointed.

you’re able to only do so much.

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