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How can I tell if my mother in law likes me?

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Last Updated: 04/13/2022 at 8:23pm
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Anonymous
June 27th, 2020 4:47pm
Every woman desires to have an amazing relationship with her mother in law. The most amazing relationship is when she treats you like her own daughter. She stands by you even against her own son when he is wrong. She understands your decision and encourage you to stand on it. She believes in your dreams and put all the efforts to make you achieve. And in end even she scolds you before taking any wrong path. And if your mother in law does anything such for you then she considers you her daughter not daughter in law. That's best ....
comfortableMoment03
April 27th, 2016 2:59pm
If she supports you in every way like your mother, gives you liberty to live your life your way without being dominant and cares for you, then she likes you.
Anonymous
September 4th, 2016 9:50am
Ask her. Sit down and just say it. If she's nice to you, than that's a good sign.
Anonymous
May 20th, 2016 5:20pm
Her attitude towards you, the way she looks at you and the way she reacts when you talk or do things, Maybe if she's always consent trying to define your mistakes or always trying to go again your opinions, if she does that she probably doesn't cope very well with you
Anonymous
July 6th, 2018 4:53pm
I would say her actions but people can fake that. Talk to her and ask. You’ll only get an answer if you go to the source. Just ask her to please be honest with you. If she does like you that’s great and if she doesn’t, maybe you can find out why and try to work from there.
Anonymous
November 8th, 2018 4:01am
People show you who they are and how they feel about you by how they behave. Does she treat you kindly or poorly? Try and evaluate her objectively and without projecting your worries onto the situation. Looking past personal filters of perception, go ahead and trust what you see by how she directly speaks to you, acts towards you and treats you. This should tell you everything you need to know. But if you want to remove all the guesswork and remove 100% doubt than choose the straightforward approach instead: Just ask her directly if she likes you or not.
blueVase149
June 29th, 2018 7:56am
If she complains a bit about you, your decision, your looks, your household, your work... Well then she likes you. If a mother in law does not like you don't have to ask... YOU KNOW.
Anonymous
June 24th, 2018 10:49am
The way she acts around you. If she's pleasant and happy to have your company. Most importantly, if she respects you the same way you do her.
dancingLion66
January 27th, 2016 10:10am
what made you think so and why you need evident reasons. Do you have any particular reason for having this doubt?
courageousMelody48
April 29th, 2018 7:57am
You can tell she likes you if she shows you respect and is willing to listen to you, just as she would her son or daughter
Anonymous
April 5th, 2018 4:13pm
Well this question can definitely be brought up in a very humorous way if you don't find yourself being escorted out of the house and you're in good standings
Anonymous
March 8th, 2018 5:38pm
I’d recommend asking her straight out how she feels about you, if you’re comfortable with that. If you’d prefer not to do that, you usually can tell by subtle things she does, like how she first reacts when she sees you or if she seems to enjoy talking to you.
Anonymous
February 24th, 2018 5:24am
Try spending some casual time alone with her and see how she behaves around you. You can give her a gift that you can afford and see how she reacts to it.
heartfulloflove04
February 24th, 2018 5:19am
She'll probably talk to you a lot, talk about you a lot, or want to engage in conversation with you a lot. You'll see her smile a lot when she talks to you and she'll want to include you in sorts of things to show you how much she likes you.
KittenMittons
February 8th, 2018 3:23pm
I think it's important that you're even asking this question. It shows that you care enough to want her to like you and if your mother in law is blessed with normal human perception then she'll see that and be flattered. Some questions to ask yourself might be: Does she greet me warmly? Does she try to limit my time with my spouse? Has she ever expressed any negative opinions of me to my spouse? How does her approval affect my own self-image and my spouse's perception of me?
Jasmine7860
January 20th, 2018 6:07pm
If she's acts and behaves kindly and respects and honour your decisions of life. Treats you like her own kid
KimtheNaturalist
January 18th, 2018 4:59pm
The simplest answer would be to ask her. If this is too forward for you, try being present and watching her actions towards you through her gestures. Does she maintain eye contact? Does she face you when speaking?
kindEyes15
August 11th, 2017 4:07am
You can tell if your mother in law loves you by her her kindness and compassion. She will support you and guide you whenever she can. She acts like your mother, but gives you space at the same time. She listens carefully and speaks wisely. She loves you unconditionally.
Supergirl94
January 26th, 2017 2:52am
Listen to how she talks to you, what she says to you or even about you. How she refers to you when talking to other people :) Generally you will know if they do not like you ;)
magicallyBraveheart22
March 19th, 2017 11:51am
Her gratitude will say it all, how she cares for you and scolds you for all wrong doing, how eager is she to share her stories and how much she guides you will say all that she feels for you .
Mushu74
March 29th, 2017 4:38pm
I've been through the same thing. Personally we don't get on but I looked for signs, ask yourself - does she make you feel awkward? Uncomfortable? Is she genuine & not being false? Is she kind to you?
Vronica23
May 13th, 2017 1:03pm
I think sometimes connecting with in-laws can be a little tough. I think instinctively we want them to like and approve of us, they're family after all. It can be a challenge for some people to feel comfortable talking to their in-laws at first, but remembering that they are the parents of the person we chose to spend our life with is a pretty good motivator. I think starting simple, opening the lines of communication with them, letting them know you would like to have a good relationship with them is a good way to feel out the situation. Sometimes it may seem like someone doesn't like you because they feel just as nervous and awkward about how to start up a conversation. You both have common ground in that you both want what's best for your partner, so don't be afraid to use that common ground to your advantage.
Anonymous
June 11th, 2017 5:38am
You can tell if your mother in law likes you if she treats you as her own loves to cook with you and gets along with you.Plus if she comforts you and has open arms.she may act like a second mother to you
enchantingApple96
July 13th, 2017 5:51am
You can tell by the way she looks at you and talks to you. If she keeps smiling and gives a warm reactions over your words and actions, it will be sure that she likes you. You can tell if she 100% likes you when your spouse/fiance is not around. That's when the real her appears.
calmParadise87
August 31st, 2017 6:20pm
I feel you can tell if you mother in law likes you if she is attentive to your needs and concerns. If she tries to communicate with you even when there is nothing to really communicate about. If she calls you on occasion or texts you. If she shows interests in your needs, etc.,
Viizipn17
December 6th, 2017 2:57pm
Well, it depends on how she acts towards you. She may smile around you a lot, she may talk to you often, and hugs may be a part of that too. You have to pay attention to her smile and her attitude when she's towards you in order for you to know she likes you.
gracefulKitty32
December 3rd, 2017 10:15pm
It really depends on the person. Different people reveal things like this in different ways. It is important to remember that other people's opinions of you aren't what counts
Anonymous
November 9th, 2017 4:34pm
Try maybe taking her out on a nice lunch with you and your wife try to always treat her nice she should see that you care
havartilikeits1999
December 8th, 2017 2:21am
Does she treat you kindly, or as kindly as she treats other people she ostensibly likes (e.g. your partner)? Does she give you compliments? Has your partner suggested that she likes you? Some people show affection in ways that you might not expect, but if you feel like you are being mistreated, you are under no obligation to engage with her any more than necessary.
colorfulSoul16
August 20th, 2017 11:32pm
Look at the way she treats you. Actions can tell you a lot about how others feel about you. Is she kind to you? Does she ask you if you're alright? Does she show a general concern for your well-being? If she does do those things, then she most likely like you.