Unanswered Questions

Should Parents Always Interfere In The Marital Life Of Their Children?

BY IYANDA   •   August 30, 2015   •   1 MIN READ

In Africa, it is not always a big issue when parents share tips on how to have a successful marriage. However, things are always different in other advanced countries of the world. As a parent, your rights to tell your child what he or should do when married are limited. Though, the role of a parent does not end on the day of the wedding, his influence is sort of reduced. However, some parents do not see anything wrong in trying to pull the strings.

Should parents always interfere in the marital life of their children? Is it an ideal situation or one that can have some negative effect in such a marriage? As a parent, do you feel it is your responsibility to continue to meddle in the affairs of your daughter and her husband? Do you think it will help your child to build a lasting home?

As a young couple, would you feel comfortable if your in-laws are constantly telling you what to do and what not to do in marriage? Do you feel threatened or intimidated every time your in-laws want you to take certain decision, even though it goes against your wishes?