Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast

Episode 131: Your Marriage is Not Your In-Laws' Side Project

July 18, 2026·38 min
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Episode 131: Your Marriage is Not Your Toxic In-Laws’ Side ProjectIn this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan explores why your marriage should never be your toxic in-laws' side project. Drawing from her own experience of nearly thirty years navigating difficult family dynamics, she unpacks how outside dysfunction drains energy from your most important relationships. If you feel like your marriage has been pushed to the sidelines by toxic in-law drama, this episode will give you validation, practical strategies, and renewed clarity on where your loyalty and energy truly belong.I mentioned in the recording of this podcast that I would try to share a link to the "Umbrella of Protection" image promoted by the IBLP members, but decided I didn't want to seem as though I was promoting the image itself. So I'm NOT including a link to it, but you can find it online. Be aware that the Catholic Church and Catholic teaching DO NOT follow that model of authority.Interview with Adrian and Shae Misiak: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2u2cpdVrNxEFLY3xK7vZno?si=1X955CbwRUeCWwbxyUCZqw&utm_source=smsThis podcast is the personal apostolic work of Miriam Susan, a Catholic laywoman and convert. Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws is not an official ministry, apostolate, or publication of the Catholic Church or any diocesan or ecclesiastical body. Nothing shared here should be understood as representing the official teaching authority of the Church. All content reflects the personal experience, faith journey, and perspective of the host alone.Resources & Links:If you liked this video, then you’ll love this FREE 5-Day Email Course: https://desiringpeace.com/free-courseTired of feeling like you're the only one who sees the dysfunction of your husband's family? You're not alone, and you're not crazy. Join Catholic Wives + Toxic In-Laws - a supportive community where you can finally speak honestly about your in-law struggles without judgment or being told to "just offer it up." Get validation from women who truly understand, practical boundary strategies rooted in Catholic teaching, and the peace you've been praying for. Founding member pricing is available now. Join us at toxicinlaws.comFor a transcript of today's episode, visit https://www.DesiringPeace.com/episodes

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