Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast
The Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast is your sanctuary for navigating the stormy seas of toxic relationships with your in-laws.
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Episode 138: Why "I feel" Statements Don't Work on Toxic In-Laws (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, Miriam Susan explains why saying “I feel like you’re...” may give toxic in-laws an opportunity to dismiss your feelings and challenge your boundaries. She shares how to communicate more carefully, keep conversations concise, and bring your heart to God instead of people who are unwilling to receive it. Catholic wives facing difficult in-law relationships will find faith-based encouragement and practical guidance for seeking clarit
Episode 137: Saying "We've Already Made a Decision" to Your Toxic In-Laws (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan discusses telling your toxic in-laws, “We’ve already made a decision.” She explains how this simple phrase can communicate a respectful boundary when extended family tries to influence decisions meant for you, your spouse, and your children. Drawing on nearly 3 decades of experience with her own in-laws, she offers encouragement for honoring your marriage, your Catholic faith, and the direction God is leading you
Episode 136: Saying "I'm Sorry" to Your Toxic In-Laws (opens the original)
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Episode 136: Saying “I’m Sorry” to Your Toxic In-Laws In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan explores the pitfalls of reflexively saying "I'm sorry" to toxic in-laws. Drawing on her personal journey and 30 years of experience, she unpacks why these automatic apologies can backfire and undermine boundaries. Listeners will gain practical encouragement for breaking the habit of false apologies and learn to prioritize honesty and peace with God over peopl
Episode 135: Saying "That's Not Going to Work for Us" to Your Toxic In-Laws (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan breaks down why the phrase "that's not going to work for us" is so powerful when setting boundaries with toxic in-laws. She explores the difference between individual versus unified responses, drawing on her own thirty years of experience navigating these challenging relationships. If you're struggling to communicate boundaries or feel pressure to over-explain, this episode will empower you to claim your autonomy
Episode 134: Telling Your Toxic In-laws’ that You’re Overreacting (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan dives into why you should avoid telling your toxic in-laws that you might be overreacting. She unpacks how self-doubt and years of conditioning can lead us to minimize our own hurt, and offers practical guidance rooted in faith and personal experience. If you’ve ever second-guessed your reactions or struggled for validation, this episode is filled with encouragement and actionable advice for navigating difficult
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