Does it ever feel like you have a bit of a double life going?
You have those moments when it's just you and your partner and it feels like all is right with the world…
…but suddenly, when one or both sets of kids enter the scene — everything seems to fall apart!
That's because when it comes to blended families, "coupleness" does NOT necessarily equal "familyness".
This is often a tough reality to accept. You're deeply in love and excited about building a life together, but it seems that you've got some emotional and relational whiplash as it feels like you're tossed back and forth between two dynamics over and over.
If that strikes a chord, you might want to consider the difference between "coupleness" and "familyness".. Otherwise disappointment and confusion can quickly set in.
Blending a family is so much more than your couple relationship. That's why it's important to carefully consider what it takes to build "familyness" and prepare for the road ahead.
In this episode, we'll explore how to intentionally approach "Familyness" so that you can reduce relational tension and create genuine connection in your home.
You'll Discover:
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Simple Step: Effective Dialog with Tweens & Teens
174. How to Raise Confident Kids by Building a Solid Foundation for Success in Life [with Special Guest Nellie Harden]
Simple Step: Turning Setbacks into Real Growth
173. Expert Guidance for Holiday Success
Simple Step: The Unpredictable Parenting Style
172. 2 Key Elements to Resolve Your Parenting Style Differences — And Get United
Simple Step: Break Free From "Perfectionistic" Holiday Ideals
171. How to Experience More Fun, Connection, and Joy this Holiday Season [with Rich and Stacy]
Simple Step: How to Improve Co-Parenting
170. Co-Parenting Pitfalls for Bio and Step Parents: How to Avoid "Milestone Mishaps"
Simple Step: Parent's Remarriage with Adult Children
169. Real Insight and Advice for Remarried Parents AND Their Concerned Adult Children
Simple Step: When Emotion Coaching Might Not Be Appropriate
168 (Part 4) Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve
168 (Part 3) Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve
168 (Part 2) Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve
168 (Part 1) Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve
Simple Step: Barriers to Building Your Foundation
167. 3 Achievable Strategies to Make Your Marriage the Foundation of Your Blended Family
Simple Step: Excelling Together
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