How (Not) to Win Over Your In-laws.
How many movies and TV shows use the conflict between potential in-laws and a suitor? Some? . . .most? . . .all? This is the conflict of so many sit-coms and rom-coms. Boy meets girl. Girl introduces boy to parents. Parents freak out. A plot is born. So what does science say about this ever-lasting theme? Is there a best way to resolve the issue? Note to authors and screenwriters : Here is a list of ways to do it right. Of course, you want to use the wrong ways in your story, (at least at first), or have no story. Romeo & Juliet wouldn't be Romeo and Juliet without the Montagues and Capulets, would it? As always, there is a link to the full report in the attribution. * * * * * 'I am right for your child!' Research reveals the best tactics for manipulating your partner's parents The key to dealing...