When Your Partner Insists Kids Follow Only His Faith: Red Flags
The Situation
"He insists our kids follow his faith only"
The Brutal Truth
His insistence on your kids following only his faith reflects a need for control and dominance in the relationship. It dismisses your beliefs and autonomy, indicating a serious imbalance in respect and partnership. A relationship should embrace shared values, not dictate ideology.
❌ What NOT to Do (Anxious Response)
An anxious person might acquiesce to his demands, thinking they must prove loyalty or appease him. This behavior is detrimental as it prioritizes his needs over their own values and beliefs—leading to resentment and loss of self.
đź’ Something to Reflect On
What are the non-negotiable values you want to share in a partnership, especially regarding family?
✨ What To Do Next
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