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.
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144. Empowering Parents and Kids Through the Science of Connection [with Jeffrey & Amy Olrick]
143. Why Kids Don't Need You to be Perfect - Just Present (Part 2)
142. Why Kids Don't Need You To Be Perfect — Just Present (Part 1)
Simple Step: Step-Parents Curb the Conflict
141. Can my kids be emotionally harmed by blended family dynamics?
Simple Step: Adult Kids Struggling with a Parent's Remarriage
140. Blending with Adult Children — One Couple's Story of Heartache and Triumph
Simple Step: Staying Connected
139. The Most Common, Challenging Pain Point Every Blended Couple Experiences
Simple Step: The Art of Letting Go
138. How Relational Dysfunction Plagued Our Marriage and How We Finally Broke Free
Simple Step: Connecting with Your Step-Child
137. Practical Tools to Boost Family Engagement and Grow Meaningful Connection [with Jennifer Zumbiel]
Simple Step: When a Stepparent is Left Alone with Step-kids
136. How to Intentionally Create Positive Family Time and Reduce Relational Tension
Simple Step: Supporting Your Spouse When the Ex is Challenging
135. How to Set Appropriate Boundaries and Negotiate Well with Your Ex-Spouse
Simple Step: Partnership and Decision-Making
134. How to Make Good Decisions in Tough Situations and Stay Connected as a Couple
Simple Step: Husbands - Let's Prepare for Mother's Day
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