It could mean a story where the mother is pushed or compelled to be in a leading or prominent position in relation to the father. Maybe in a family situation, the mom has to take on a more dominant role for some reason, like in decision - making or family management.
Sure. In a family, the dad lost his job and became really depressed. So, the mom had to be the one to go out, find a new job, and be the main breadwinner. She also had to deal with all the social interactions related to their family, like talking to the neighbors about any issues or representing the family at local events. This made her be in the front instead of the dad who was struggling with his own problems.
I'm sorry, but this description sounds really disturbing. If this is a situation of abuse or inappropriate behavior, it should be reported to the proper authorities immediately.
One example could be a mom being forced to disclose her past financial struggles in front of the family. Maybe she had made some bad investment decisions in the past and the family, during a discussion about finances, pushed her to share the details. Another could be when she's forced to talk about her childhood traumas in front of the family during a family therapy session that she wasn't fully prepared for.
Well, once my friend had a situation where his mom forced herself in front of him during an argument. His mom was so determined to have her say that she just pushed her way into the conversation. It was a bit awkward because he felt like he wasn't being heard. But later on, he realized his mom was just trying to protect him from making a wrong decision. Sometimes moms do that because they think they know best.
First, you can try to separate them if it's safe to do so. Then, you need to talk to your mom privately and see how she feels. If it's a serious situation, like if grandpa is being really mean or aggressive, you might need to tell another family member you trust, like an aunt or an uncle. They can help deal with the situation.
One good memory could be when dad was reading a storybook while sitting on his lap in front of mom. Mom would be smiling and sometimes add her own comments to the story, creating a warm family atmosphere.
I'm not sure which novel you're referring to because you didn't provide any relevant information. If you can provide more context or specify the name of the novel you are referring to, I will be more than happy to provide you with a more accurate answer.
If possible, she can take a break from the family gathering. She can say she needs some fresh air or to use the restroom and then compose herself. Once she's calm, she can come back and change the topic if the situation still feels uncomfortable for her. She can also have a private conversation with the family member who is pushing her the most to explain her feelings.
It can be a difficult situation. First, try to have an open conversation with your mom about how you feel. Let her know if you're uncomfortable or have concerns. It's important to respect her decision to move on, but also express your own emotions in a calm way.