Meeting your partner's parents is one of the important stages that happens sooner or later in every relationship.
In order for the first meeting to go smoothly, leaving only positive emotions for both you and the representatives of the “older generation”, it is worth thinking everything through in advance.
How to behave at a meeting with parents
The main advice is to think about good things and smile.
Try to address your parents as often as possible, calling them by their first name and patronymic.
When meeting, a man can shake hands with the father, limiting himself to greeting the mother of his chosen one. In order to demonstrate his gentlemanly qualities, he should, for example, offer the girl a chair and court her at the table, showing the parents that the relationship is valuable to him.
If appropriate, compliment the home, furnishings, food, or tea. The main thing is that it is sincere. The best option is to point out what a wonderful son or daughter they have - this will definitely not leave them indifferent.
Keep the conversation going and ask questions, and try to answer counter questions honestly, avoiding bragging. Try to keep to your limits and not say too much.
Don't show your feelings in front of your parents - save hugs and kisses for when you're alone.
Remember the words spoken by Winnie the Pooh: "Don't stay too long if you don't want to get into a hopeless situation." Follow this advice, even if the meeting seems pleasant to you.
At the end of the meeting, don't forget to thank your parents for their hospitality.
Previously, we talked about toxic relationships with yourself.
