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Man Feels Disrespected When His Own Disrespect Is Not Tolerated, Cuts Family Visit Short
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Man Feels Disrespected When His Own Disrespect Is Not Tolerated, Cuts Family Visit Short

Man Feels Disrespected When His Own Disrespect Is Not Tolerated, Cuts Family Visit ShortRise And Shine: Controlling FIL Storms Out Of House After Family Refuse To Wake Up At 4amFIL Wakes Up At 4AM, Expects Everyone To Cater To HimFather-In-Law Insists On Waking Up At 4am And Making Noise, DIL Has Had Enough Of His Antics“God Forbid”: 4am Wake-Up Call Rifts Family Apart As They Refuse To Follow Boomer’s Demands4am Showdown Leaves FIL Storming Out The Door, Cutting Grandbaby Visit ShortMan Upset Family Asked Him To Be Quiet When He Wakes Up At 4AM, Says He’s Bored Alone“Lawnmower Or Snowblower By 5am”: Family Refuse To Follow FIL’s Ridiculous Routine, Drama Ensues
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Having relatives visit can be stressful. There might be pressure to keep your home spotless, entertain your guests at all hours and try to make the most of every single moment you get with them. By the end of the trip, however, you might be begging your family members to get out.

One mom recently reached out to Reddit to vent about the frustrating experiences she has with her father-in-law every time he visits. Below, you’ll find all of the details, as well as some of the replies invested readers shared. 

It’s common for spouses to have trouble with their in-laws

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And this mom has had enough of her father-in-law disrupting the whole household early in the morning

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Later, the mom updated her post and revealed even more infuriating things her father-in-law has done

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The ideal time to wake up varies from person to person

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I’m a morning person, and I personally prefer waking up early almost every day because I like to take advantage of the energy I have first thing in the morning. In my opinion, that’s the best time to work out, go grocery shopping, bake something nice for breakfast and, especially in the summer, enjoy the day before it gets too hot. But even I have my limits, and waking up at 4 a.m. is reserved only for days when I have to be at the airport at 6.

According to World Population Review, the average time that a person wakes up varies from country to country. In the United States, for example, residents usually rise at about 7:20 a.m. In South Africa, however, the typical time to get up is 6:24 a.m. And in Greece, many people don’t get out of bed until 8:25 a.m. Perhaps I need to move to Greece, so I can sleep in more often!

We all know someone who is obsessed with waking up early and swears up and down that it’s better for their mental and physical health, allows them time to meditate and helps them sleep better. But are these claims true? Well, Shelby Harris, PsyD, a clinical psychologist specializing in sleep medicine, told TODAY that the perfect time to wake up depends completely on the individual and their lifestyle.

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Getting up early isn’t worth it if it leads to sleep deprivation

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Experts recommend that adults sleep between 7 and 9 hours per night, so the most important factor is that our bed time and the time we wake up in the morning allow us to get enough rest. Those times might also be determined by whether you’re a night owl, a morning lark or anything in between. It’s also wise to stick to a schedule and try to wake up around the same time every day, so your body gets used to your routine.

Dr. Harris shared with TODAY that waking up early in the morning is usually recommended, as it allows you to “align your body’s circadian rhythm with the natural light-dark cycle,” but “early” means something different for everyone. One person might naturally hop out of bed at 5 a.m., while another might need to snooze until 8.

And there’s no point in getting out of bed at the crack of dawn if it means you’re sacrificing sleep. The Cleveland Clinic notes that even missing out on 1.5 hours of sleep a night can decrease a person’s alertness, cause memory problems, create moodiness or irritability and cause an inability or unwillingness to participate in every day activities. 

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And in the long term, sleep deprivation can cause fatigue, poor balance and coordination, mood changes and mental health issues, forgetfulness, changes in your appearance, weight gain, higher stress and even a weakened immune system. It’s also important to be well rested to lower your risk of getting into a car accident.

It’s important for couples to stand together when dealing with difficult in-laws

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When it comes to the issue of dealing with difficult in-laws, this mother certainly isn’t the first to have frustrations with her father-in-law. In fact, the BBC reports that a whopping 75% of couples admit they’ve had trouble with an in-law. So how can spouses find a way to maintain their own healthy relationship without letting their parents interfere? 

Brides.com recommends that couples maintain a united front while dealing with parents. Discuss issues privately and decide on how they will be addressed with parents ahead of time. It’s also wise to address problems as they come up, rather than sweeping them under the rug until a more convenient time appears. Speak directly about the issue with your parents or in-laws, and try to keep the conversation cool, calm and collected. Don’t be afraid to set boundaries and enforce them.  

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But remember to be empathetic towards your in-laws as well. As frustrating as they may be, it’s helpful to try to understand where they’re coming from. We would love to hear your thoughts on this situation down below, pandas. Then, if you’re interested in checking out another Bored Panda piece discussing in-law drama, we recommend this article next! 

Readers called out the father-in-law’s behavior and noted that they wouldn’t have any patience for him either

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Some even had similar stories of their own to share

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Howdy, I'm Adelaide! I'm originally from Texas, but after graduating from university with an acting degree, I relocated to sunny Los Angeles for a while. I then got a serious bite from the travel bug and found myself moving to Sweden and England before settling in Lithuania about two years ago. I'm passionate about animal welfare, sustainability and eating delicious food. But as you can see, I cover a wide range of topics including drama, internet trends and hilarious memes. I can easily be won over with a Seinfeld reference, vegan pastry or glass of fresh cold brew. And during my free time, I can usually be seen strolling through a park, playing tennis or baking something tasty.

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Adelaide Ross

Adelaide Ross

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Howdy, I'm Adelaide! I'm originally from Texas, but after graduating from university with an acting degree, I relocated to sunny Los Angeles for a while. I then got a serious bite from the travel bug and found myself moving to Sweden and England before settling in Lithuania about two years ago. I'm passionate about animal welfare, sustainability and eating delicious food. But as you can see, I cover a wide range of topics including drama, internet trends and hilarious memes. I can easily be won over with a Seinfeld reference, vegan pastry or glass of fresh cold brew. And during my free time, I can usually be seen strolling through a park, playing tennis or baking something tasty.

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I'm a visual editor at Bored Panda. I kickstart my day with a mug of coffee bigger than my head, ready to tackle Photoshop. I navigate through the digital jungle with finesse, fueled by bamboo breaks and caffeine kicks. When the workday winds down, you might catch me devouring bamboo snacks while binging on the latest TV show, gaming or I could be out in nature, soaking up the tranquility and communing with my inner panda.

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Mindaugas Balčiauskas

Mindaugas Balčiauskas

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I'm a visual editor at Bored Panda. I kickstart my day with a mug of coffee bigger than my head, ready to tackle Photoshop. I navigate through the digital jungle with finesse, fueled by bamboo breaks and caffeine kicks. When the workday winds down, you might catch me devouring bamboo snacks while binging on the latest TV show, gaming or I could be out in nature, soaking up the tranquility and communing with my inner panda.

How would you handle a family member who insists on waking the household up at 4 AM?
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clairebear
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

not a boomer thing this is flat out abuse. check the signs, picked a young nieve girl, trained her into her needs are irrelevant, his needs are only priority, made her financially dependent on him for control, isolates her from friends and family. god do something this woman has never had a life.

Kari Panda
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly. That woman needs help to get away from him. Good grief, that was so heartbreaking to read!

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Daya Meyer
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Boomers, GenWhatever.... I am so tired of reading these. If someone is an a*shole, he or she is one, no matter when he or she was born. Everytime when someone uses these generation description, it is meant to be an offence.

Marcos Valencia
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I attempted to peruse the narrative without the use of the word "boomer," however, no significant changes were observed.

Dave
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Boomer is like Karen to many, neither boomers (i.e., anyone born 46-64) nor people named Karen are necessarily bad. This is used for the stereotypical unsociable ones. I agree the story is exactly the same with boomer remove. Full disclosure: I was born between 46 and 64.

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clairebear
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

not a boomer thing this is flat out abuse. check the signs, picked a young nieve girl, trained her into her needs are irrelevant, his needs are only priority, made her financially dependent on him for control, isolates her from friends and family. god do something this woman has never had a life.

Kari Panda
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly. That woman needs help to get away from him. Good grief, that was so heartbreaking to read!

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Daya Meyer
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Boomers, GenWhatever.... I am so tired of reading these. If someone is an a*shole, he or she is one, no matter when he or she was born. Everytime when someone uses these generation description, it is meant to be an offence.

Marcos Valencia
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I attempted to peruse the narrative without the use of the word "boomer," however, no significant changes were observed.

Dave
Community Member
4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Boomer is like Karen to many, neither boomers (i.e., anyone born 46-64) nor people named Karen are necessarily bad. This is used for the stereotypical unsociable ones. I agree the story is exactly the same with boomer remove. Full disclosure: I was born between 46 and 64.

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