512: Dealing with Extended Family Conflict

512: Dealing with Extended Family Conflict

From Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs by Karen Stubbs

April 7, 2026 · 20 min · Season 198

About this episode

The episode discusses navigating tension with extended family while maintaining peace and effective communication.

Family dynamics can get complicated quickly, especially when expectations, boundaries, and communication styles start to clash. Today we’re talking about how to navigate tension with extended family without losing your peace (or your voice.) We hope you’ll walk away with practical ways to communicate clearly, pursue peace, and love your extended family well. Episode Recap: Moms can easily get stuck in the middle of family conflicts (1:59) I’m stuck in the middle of conflicts between my mom and my husband, help! (4:02) My MIL is extremely difficult, even mean and petty toward me (7:47) How can I be good friends with my mother in law and still have boundaries? (11:30) How can grandparents be closer to the grandchildren of divorced parents? (14:33) Join us for more questions on WT+ - link in show notes! (18:00) Scripture: Romans 12:18 (NIV) “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Discussion Questions: Where do you feel the most tension right now with extended family or in-laws? What makes that situation difficult? Do you tend to avoid conflict or confront it quickly? How does your temperament affect the way you handle family tension? Are you…

People in this episode

Host: Karen Stubbs

Topics covered

  • family conflict
  • communication
  • boundaries
  • extended family
  • peace

Keywords

  • family dynamics
  • conflict resolution
  • in-laws
  • communication styles
  • boundaries

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Romans 12:18

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