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Placate them if necessary
Just as some in-laws can be desperately looking for ways to remain relevant to the well-being of their adult children, you may find that your spouse’s parents want to give you advice on all manner of topics (whether you want it or not!). As long as they are not trying to force you to follow their suggestions or taking an unacceptably critical tone, it can be effective to simply thank them and assure them you’ll keep what they said in mind.
