Slowly, Shahrukh managed to win over each and every member of my family. And once my folks got to know him, they started liking him. Finally, they were convinced that Shahrukh was the right person for me.- Gauri
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker notes that her family slowly accepted her partner after getting to know him personally.
- In plain terms
- My family liked him once they really got to know him.
- What can you take from it?
- Time and personal interaction often overcome family skepticism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you win over skeptical family?
- Is acceptance earned or given?
Another view
Not all skepticism fades with time if deeper issues exist.
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