The Young and the Restless spoilers document that Diane Jenkins Abbott (Susan Flannery) feels good about herself so much so that she wants to make changes in the Abbott household.

Diane also bristled when her husband, the namesake of the patriarch, John Abbott (Jerry Douglas), offered an optimistic comment about their son. Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) suggested to Claire Newman (Hayley Erin) that her place at the family dinner table might become permanent.

In contrast to Diane’s latest lurch into Abbott family politics, Jack reinforced that he backs his often-wandering brother, Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson). But is Jack’s risk greater than Diane’s?

Maternal Instincts And Control Of The Abbott Household

Make no mistake, Diane loves her son Kyle. The sacrifice she was willing to make when faking her alliance with Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) was bold, selfless, and successful.

Her explanation of suffering from mental health issues enabled Kyle and Jack to accept the comeback to Genoa City, Wisconsin.

Yes, she abandoned them years ago, but her desire to reconcile was sincere, and the healing that’s taken place is proof that redemption and growth can happen.

Jack is the head of the Abbott family based on his birth year. However, his marriage to Diane and Dina Mergeron’s (Marla Adams) passing make Walters’ character a matriarch within the family.

Traci Abbott (Beth Maitland) holds rank over her. Ashley Abbott (Eileen Davidson) also does, even though John isn’t her biological father.

What About Billy Abbott?

Billy made himself a wild card through a concerted effort across the decades. But the eternal loss he endured when losing Delia Abbott (Sophie Pollono) deserves enduring respect.

Thompson’s character is the prototypical lost soul who meanders through life with sporadic bursts of clarity. Jack is now recognizing one of those moments in agreeing to back him financially.

The desire to create Abbott Communications isn’t fancy. Instead, it builds off a generally positive experience with Restless Style in daytime days gone by and is supported by Billy’s good feelings at Chancellor-Winters.

It’s right and smart for Jack to provide family money for Billy’s startup. But big brother should watch his younger sibling to ensure measured guidance.

Jack Abbott Is In A Good Place

Jack never would have predicted that he would be married and happy just a few short years ago. The marvelous Adams portrayed his returned mother in one of the best storylines seen on this show in many years.

Dina encouraged her son to not give up on love. He didn’t, and neither did Diane. Together, they’ve fulfilled each other’s pursued destinies.

Each half of this currently solid couple needs to maintain their relentless commitment to each other. If that happens, Diane’s trepidation about Claire and her desire to put her stamp on the Abbott mansion, building off her architectural background, will be balanced by Jack’s need for family, relationships, and internal peace.

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