How to Turn Your Mother-in-Law from Your Biggest Critic into Your #1 Fan!
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am I unfair? 1 Reply
I am from a different country, and I have absolutely no family here. I moved to the US with my choice, but it has become just very hard especially since I had my daughter. She is 3 now. So, my in ...
Started by Kiki. Last reply by Sally Shields Nov 18.
MIL BACKBITES! 12 Replies
Hi, I would really appreciate it if someone could give me advice.. I have a MIL that backbites me and my family (family as in my brother) i have told her to stop because all the things shes sayin...
Started by fadher. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host Oct 15.
getting things my way... 3 Replies
Hi, This is my first post here. Not totally sure if such an issue was already discussed. I want a microwave at home. I live with my in-laws, and they are very adamant about not getting a microwav...
Started by Hafsa. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host Aug 30.
Why must we be so self depreciating? 1 Reply
Dear Sally. I have been enjoying the quiz that you have started on the Marriage Examiner site... I would like some clarification on why exactly we ought to be as humble as pie and self depreciati...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host. Last reply by Sally Shields Jun 14.
Interfering inlaws 7 Replies
Any advice in the following situation? I have a baby girl who is now 4 months old. I moved in next door to my inlaws a few months before I had my daughter, after having spent 3years living some di...
Started by zaytunna. Last reply by zaytunna Jun 10.
Good excuses for getting out of events 1 Reply
Please share all the excuses you could use with you MIL, when you really dont want to go out shopping with her, or you really dont want to go to the over 60's spirituality group. No lying allowed ...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host May 6.
Neutral topics to discuss with your MIL 3 Replies
Please share all the non-controversial topics you can use when conversing with your MIL. I'll start 1. Her health, 2. Her diet, 3. The grandkids 4. Your husband
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host May 3.
MIL bending the rules 2 Replies
Dear Sally and Renee, I wonder if you've come across the scenario where the MIL acts one way when the DH is around but acts differently when he's not there? One of my best friends and her husband t...
Started by Nurture. Last reply by Nurture May 1.
Isn't there another way to look at it? 7 Replies
Instead of always thinking the worst, isn't there always another angle to consider? Perhaps your MIL's arthritis is acting up...
Started by Sally Shields. Last reply by Sally Shields Apr 30.
In-laws disrupt kid's bedtime routines
Scenario: Parents are trying to teach kids to go to sleep by themselves and sleep through the night without waking up.... it works, and they just persist in instilling good sleeping habits in the ...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host Apr 26.
MIL always rides in the front seat 5 Replies
Hi Sally, A woman recently asked a question on a daughter in-law support forum about her predicament. Her MIL always sits in the front passenger seat and the DIL has to sit in the back. This is re...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host Apr 24.
Encouraging the MIL to keep up with her interests.... 6 Replies
Hi Sally, I have a question for you, if I may! I heard you talking on the Barack Obama Advice Session ;) and you advised the MIL to make sure she keeps up with her interests even though she has m...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host Apr 22.
The Daughter in Law Rules, by Sally Shields
So how many of us here have read the DIL Rules, and what do we think about it? This book really helped changed my mind set. What I liked the most about it was that it didnt mince words - it accept...
Started by Renee Osman, Co-Host Apr 20.
I have a New Co-Host! 1 Reply
Dear Members, I am so excited to let you know that I have a new co-host here at the DILRules.ning.com site - none other than the absolutely wonderful, passionate, compassionate, enthusiastic, syne...
Started by Sally Shields. Last reply by Renee Osman, Co-Host Apr 19.
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Speech Writing: How To Write A Good One?
To be able to write a high-quality speech is a lot like making a good cake. Having the right elements is key for it's success. Every… Continue
Posted by Barbara Wilkins on October 27, 2009 at 2:50am
The DIL Rules Mnemonics!
The DIL Rules
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Idea# 4: What’s the DIL with your Attitude: Rules to help her stay on the right track
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Posted by Sally Shields on June 5, 2009 at 10:12am
What Economic Crisis?
When you are doing something that takes you into what Deepak Chopra calls “Timeless Awareness,” you will get supercharged and not think about time or money. It will bring you internal satisfaction that transcends the fleeting negative feelings that come with thinking about money or the lack-thereof.
Partner with a Non-Profit
Giving back has actually led to quantum leap in my success, because when you partner with a charitable cause, you now have an entire database and media p… Continue
Posted by Sally Shields on May 7, 2009 at 11:39pm
Are You a Mom and Trying to Do It All?
Here are some tips as to how to do it all:
Do not Procrastinate!
When you have five minutes to do something on your to do list, do it! I used to let things pile up but now I realize that five minutes is golden an… Continue
Posted by Sally Shields on May 7, 2009 at 11:38pm
Do What Works with Your Mother-in-Law
Posted by Sally Shields on May 7, 2009 at 11:37pm
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