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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92. At a loss and feeling defeated because the kids stubbornly refuse to blend?
91. Is your husband's hostile ex-wife invading your life, stealing your joy and confidence?
90. How to Experience a Happy Mother's Day by Minimizing Tension and Disappointment
89. Feeling Stuck in the Change Process? Change isn't the Issue — Transition Is
88. An Effective Strategy to Prepare Your Kids for the Challenges of Blending
87. Mike and Annika Chat About Her Experience Growing Up in Our Home
86. 2 Effective Strategies to Strengthen Family Bonds and Reduce Painful Tension
85. How to Uniquely Build More Love and Connection in Your Blended Family [with Ron Deal]
84. How to Cope With Sadness, Anxiety, and Longing While Your Kids Are Gone
83. 4 Everyday Favoritism Traps That Dishearten Kids in a Blended Family
82. How a Missing Bio-Parent Impacts Kids in the Delicate Blending Process (Part 2)
81. How a Missing Bio-Parent Impacts Kids in the Delicate Blending Process (Part 1)
80. From "Mostly Miserable" to "More In Love" — One Couple's Inspiring Transformation [with Wes & Jennie]
79. 4 Conflict Communication Patterns that are Hurtful and Toxic to Your Relationship
78. Cultivating More Passion, Intimacy and Commitment in Your Marriage
77. 3 Unique Differences That Make a Blended Family Marriage Challenging
76. How to Restore Your Relationship with a Child After You've Messed Up
75. How to Use Personality Insights to Improve Your Approach to Parenting
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