32 - Still Talking About… Scolding Adults

This week, Janelle is talking about something she sees all the time in difficult family relationships… scolding.   Not giving feedback. Not expressing disappointment. Scolding.   She breaks down why so many parents continue speaking to their adult children the same way they did when they were kids, why that approach almost always backfires, and how shame and guilt can quietly erode relationships over time.   Janelle also shares a personal story from the early days of her social media journey, when her in-laws tried to pressure her into taking down a viral video, and why that experience completely changed the way she thinks about conflict, communication, and accountability.   The episode explores healthier ways to express hurt, why self-reflection matters before reacting, and how honest conversations are almost always more effective than trying to make someone feel bad.   For more mother-in-law content, make sure you're following Janelle on Instagram and TikTok.