Mon, 19 December 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com
Holidays can be crazy! Battle the boredom with some ideas to keep the kids busy over the break. Plus a family interview!
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Mon, 12 December 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Maureen Blaha is the executive director of the National Runaway Safeline (NRS), an organization with the mission to keep America’s runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and off the streets. She joins me to talk about about this very important topic. Some of what we cover is below.
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Mon, 5 December 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Sometimes we forget to consider the feelings of other people. We make assumptions about what they think, and why they act the way they do. We tear people down because we think our way is better. We judge and criticize. These behaviors aren’t going to help you or your blended family. Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Schedule an interview or coaching session here Send mail to Melissa Brown 5445 Murrell Rd Unit 102 #178 Viera FL 32955 |
Mon, 28 November 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Straying from the regular format, this show is on a more personal note. I open up about some of my own struggles this Thanksgiving. We also talk about some of our activity in the group. I answer a listener question about the holiday season, and then talk about how to make the holidays work. Not my usual but I hope that you can take something from it! Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Schedule an interview or coaching session here Send mail to Melissa Brown 5445 Murrell Rd Unit 102 #178 Viera FL 32955 |
Mon, 21 November 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Brad is an international expert in affair recovery. He sees couples exclusively and has helped many couples through the blended family process. Brad and Morgan own and operate Marriage Solutions a group marriage counseling practice with locations in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, OK. In this interview, we discuss
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Direct download: 103-Infidelity_with_Brad_and_Morgan_Robinson.mp3
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Mon, 14 November 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Living in the present moment is so hard to do. With the chaos of a blended family and the stress of the modern world, it can feel impossible at times. In this show, some ideas to help you become more present, so you can enjoy life a little more.
Yesterday is history Tomorrow is a mystery Today is a gift That’s why we call it the present. Also enjoy a family interview with listener Renee Dekker Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Schedule an interview or coaching session here Send mail to Melissa Brown 5445 Murrell Rd Unit 102 #178 Viera FL 32955 |
Mon, 7 November 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Many children suffer from low self esteem. As parents, it is our job to recognize these signs, and help our kids develop a better sense of self worth. My ten ways to help are
And a few things NOT to do are
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Mon, 31 October 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Very special celebration of my 100th episode! Just an overview of what I have to offer, plus a special announcement and contest! Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Schedule an interview or coaching session here Send mail to Melissa Brown 5445 Murrell Rd Unit 102 #178 Viera FL 32955 |
Mon, 24 October 2016
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Are you a people pleaser? I’m here to tell you that you can’t please everyone! I know all too well the struggle that you are going through, which is why this episode is dedicated to helping you! I’ll tell you what it means to be a people pleaser, why it is, and how it relates to your blended family. Also my ten tips to help you overcome it, which are below
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Mon, 17 October 2016
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A great conversation with Carrie Ellis-Berg, who has been an elementary school teacher for ten years. Together as a blended family, she and her husband have four children. After realizing the need for children’s books on blending, she felt called to share fun and exciting stories that would help parents and children learn, grow, and adapt in their new family structure. She hopes that her stories will foster and strengthen relationships within the home.
We talk about
And much more!
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Mon, 10 October 2016
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In life, there are givers and takers. When we deal with takers, we often feel like they drain our energy. We feel frustrated with their lack of concern for our own needs and wants. Sometimes takers naturally gravitate towards us because we are givers. What should you do if you are dealing with a taker in your life, or in your blended family?
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Mon, 3 October 2016
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Setbacks are a part of life, but when they affect our blended family, they can feel insurmountable. This week, I have 5 tips to help you overcome setbacks with ease.
Also enjoy some motivational quotes on overcoming setbacks!
It doesn’t get easier you just get stronger
I don’t pay attention to the world ending. It has ended many times and began again in the morning
One small crack does not mean you’re broken, it means you were put to the test and you did not fall apart
It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light
Go as long as you can, and then take another step.
Affirmation: Setbacks Motivate Me
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Mon, 26 September 2016
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Oftentimes, people can make us uncomfortable when it comes to their reactions to our blended families. Strangers can approach us with questions or stares. Simple outings to a park or restaurant can prompt reactions from others. Other times, an ex or even in laws can make us feel uncomfortable too. Some of this just comes with being part of a blended family, but we still need to know how to manage it, and how to not take it personally.
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Mon, 19 September 2016
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Dealing with difficult people is a part of life. When a difficult person is part of your blended family, whether a partner, an ex spouse, a child or stepchild, things get more complicated. We cannot always cut that person from our life. Instead we need to learn methods of how to deal with them, and how to manage our own emotions.
Also, another family interview! I speak with Matthew Cochran from Tampa Florida. He tells us all about his own blended family.
Check out his podcast, Beauty and the Beard here Check out his podcast, the MJC podcast here Check out his facebook group called Tactical Dads here
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Mon, 12 September 2016
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Cassie Parks is a best-selling author, champagne lover and lifestyle design strategist. Her passion is helping her clients create a life they love quickly and easily.
In this episode, she tells us how to use the law of attraction to create the blended family you’ve always dreamed of. Some topics we discuss
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Direct download: 93-Using_the_law_of_attraction_to_create_the_blended_family_you_want_with_Cassie_Parks.m4a
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Mon, 29 August 2016
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Starting a new school year can be hard on kids, especially if they are starting a new school. There are ways we can help them ease into it, so they can have a successful year. My five top tips for this are
Also listen to a new family interview with our listener Amy Osowski!
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Mon, 22 August 2016
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Lauren Jean is a single momma, author, and podcast stylist. Thru her obsession with her own podcast and self development she discovered that teaching and connecting others are her superpowers. She is putting them to the test now through her signature program passion to pod which trains podcaster wanna be’s to voice their message through their very own podcast. Lauren is also a fellow listener, and joins the show to tell her personal break up story. She knows the pain of deciding to end a relationship and break up a blended family. She shares
Lauren's story is hers only, and not intended to tell other families what to do. She is just here to tell us that sometimes things don’t work out, and life goes on.
Connect with Lauren
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Mon, 15 August 2016
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In blended families, it’s common to be concerned about how all of the children will influence one another. Even though this is normal behavior, you still want to control it, because bad habits are not what we want our children picking up.
Also, listen in on our first family interview, where we learn more about one of our listeners and their blended family. This week we feature Debbie Harmon. If you are interested in participating in one of these interviews, please email me for more information.
Debbie's blog
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Direct download: Episode_90-_sibling_influence_in_the_blended_family.mp3
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Mon, 8 August 2016
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Julie joins me on the show to talk about her book How to raise an adult: Break free of the overparenting trap and prepare your kid for success
Julie Lythcott-Haims served as Dean of Freshmen and Undergraduate Advising at Stanford University, where she received the Dinkelspiel Award for her contributions to the undergraduate experience. A mother of two teenagers, she has spoken and written widely on the phenomenon of helicopter parenting, and her work has appeared on TEDx talks and in Forbes and the Chicago Tribune. She is pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at California College of the Arts in San Francisco.
You will hear us talk about
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Mon, 1 August 2016
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Do you ever feel like your children are ruining your life? Or do you feel like they are ruining your dream of a perfect blended family? Parenting is hard, and managing a blended family is a huge challenge. We all struggle with feelings like this. Some of the issues you might be dealing with are
Don’t struggle with guilt, we know you love your kids, but they just don’t make it easy sometimes!
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Direct download: Episode_88-Help_The_kids_are_ruining_my_life.mp3
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Mon, 25 July 2016
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It’s very common to struggle with insecurities in a blended family. Whether you are a bio parent, a stepparent, or a child, you all may experience some form of insecurity. In this episode, we will talk about the different types of insecurities, and what we can do to help eliminate them from our life.
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Mon, 18 July 2016
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We all tend to feel a little insane over the summer, especially when managing a blended family! In this show I’ve got some tips for you to help you keep the kids busy, keep yourself calm, and stay sane while the kids are out of school!
Listen to my interview on the BadBoy Breakthrough Podcast here Check out Lorna’s Badboy Breakthrough podcast on itunes
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Mon, 11 July 2016
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It’s not discussed as often, but many blended families struggle with issues pertaining to their adult children. Whether about financial concerns, splitting time, wills, or mistreatment of a partner, the issues are very different than what we deal with when children are young. In this episode, I’ll discuss some common struggles and what to do about them.
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Direct download: 85-Blended_families_and_adult_children.mp3
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Mon, 4 July 2016
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There are things in our lives and blended families that frustrate us. Some of these things we have power to change, but many we do not. There’s no sense in focusing attention to the things we have no control over. In this episode I give you a simple exercise to help you determine what deserves your attention, and what doesn’t.
Create a master list of everything in your life that you you wish you could change or improve.
Then each item gets placed on one of three lists titled:
On the first two lists, write action steps for each item. These are things you can do to improve or change the situation. Then you implement those action steps in your life to create change!
The last list, you are going to put away, and drive all of your focus away from it. Focus all of your energy on the positive and on what you have the power to make better!
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Direct download: 84-Dont_foucus_on_what_you_cannot_change.mp3
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Mon, 27 June 2016
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Kate Anthony is the incredible mom, coach, and personal development superstar behind “How To Not F*ck Up Your Kids.” Kate uses her 20+ years of personal and professional experience to help moms uplevel their emotional intelligence, become better parents and raise happier, healthier kids. With both her group and 1:1 programs, Kate offers her clients a breadth of expertise, tools, and skills for customized results that make the greatest impact on their lives.
In this interview, we cover
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Mon, 20 June 2016
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My husband Shawn joins me on this episode to discuss the recent Pulse shootings in our home state of Florida.
We also discuss Father’s Day, and Shawn gives some advice to other dad’s, and mom’s too! To Donate to Pulse victims
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Mon, 13 June 2016
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Dealing with conflict is a life skill that has less to do with resolving the problem, and more to do with how we handle it. Sometimes we can fix things, but when we can’t, we need to know how to cope and live our life. We can’t control others, only ourselves and how we deal with things. Blended families can be full of conflict, especially when dealing with exes. Learn some ways to manage conflict in this episode.
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Mon, 6 June 2016
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My husband Shawn joins the show to discuss wedding details. We talk all about the recent nuptials including our most favorite and least favorite parts, our exes involvement, how we included the children in the ceremony, and much more. Plus Shawn helps me answer a listener question!
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Mon, 23 May 2016
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Celebrities are just like us! Many of them are balancing blended families, and on this show, I’ve got a list of ten for you.
Huffington post article about Jada Pinkett, click here
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Mon, 16 May 2016
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We all make mistakes in blended families, and it’s important to learn how to grow and move past them. It’s never too late to start over. Some common mistakes we make in our family relationships are
Three steps for successfully fixing a mistake are
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Mon, 9 May 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com In honor of Mother’s Day, I am joined with Ami Brown, who is Shawn’s ex wife. We talk about all kinds of things, such as
Ami is an inspiring woman and a true example of what it should look like to be a bio mom in a blended family. My hope is that her story (and ours together) helps to inspire others to create a peaceful family.
Connect with Ami Shea Rose Photography website Shea Rose Photography Facebook page The Zen Den Facebook page Twitter @therealami You can also find her in our facebook group
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Mon, 2 May 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com JODI WOMACK is the CEO of the Get Momentum Leadership Academy and the founder of No More Nylons, a coaching program providing women business leaders with professional networking expertise. She co-founded Get Momentum with her husband, Jason so they could work together from anywhere in the world. Her firsthand experience in business management, marketing, and customer service gets put to good use through their training and coaching firm. Jodi and Jason’s new book titled, Get Momentum: How To Start When You’re Stuck (Wiley, 2016) comes out in May 2016. The Get Momentum book provides you with a process to make meaningful, proactive changes to improve how you approach starting projects that are stuck.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 25 April 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Bringing a new baby into a blended family home is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. There are many factors to consider when you choose to expand your family. There are steps you can take to make sure it is a smooth transition for everyone involved. Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter |
Mon, 18 April 2016
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Abuse can be very damaging to a blended family, because there are more lives at stake. Instead of worrying about one family, we now have two we have to be concerned about. There are different types of abuse, which are physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual.
There are many factors that determine why people become abusers, and why others become victims. Getting help is essential in order to live a happy peaceful life, and to ensure that your kids live a happy life as well.
National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233
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Mon, 11 April 2016
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Back in September we did the perspective series, a month long series focusing on the perspective of people in the blended family. However, we never took into account the perspective of a child in the blended family home. Oftentimes we overlook a child’s feelings because we are too busy worrying about our own relationship and situation. Some common feelings a child may experience while being part of a divorce or a blended family are
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Mon, 4 April 2016
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This week, I answer some listener questions.
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Mon, 28 March 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Do you want to create more peace in your home so that your blended family can live with ease? Learn how in this episode. I’ll give you some tips on how to become the peacemaker in your family, and how to help your children as well. Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter |
Mon, 21 March 2016
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It’s essential to be supportive to you partner in any relationship, but it’s needed even more in a blended family. There are four key areas where support is important, which are parenting, work, lifestyle, and personal development.
Parenting Always backup your partner and be their teammate Support them emotionally through painful parenting moments Help with general parenting responsibilities
Work and business life Get interested in your partner's work Be emotionally supportive if they’ve had a tough day Be supportive of work relationships
Lifestyle Encourage and support activities or hobbies that bring your partner joy Be supportive of outside friendships Don’t get jealous of their friends
Personal Growth Encourage them when they succeed Help to hold them accountable Don’t point out their failures Don’t try to derail them
Aside from this, it’s also a good idea to be a supportive stepparent and a supportive co parent to the ex, or other bio parent. Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter
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Mon, 14 March 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Blended families have been portrayed in TV and film for many years. I’ve compiled a list of the most popular movies and shows you should check out with your own blended family!
In Television
In Film
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Mon, 7 March 2016
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Many adolescents struggle with their sexual identity. If they identify as bisexual, lesbian, gay, or transexual, it can be much easier for them if they come from a home that is sex positive.
Blended families can be harder for a child to reveal their sexual identity to, as there are more people involved, each whom may have a differing opinion. It’s important for the entire family to come together and support the child in the coming out process. Learn more about the It Gets Better Project click here
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Mon, 29 February 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Do you have a home that is sex positive? Do you even know what that means? Raising children comes with lots of questions, especially when it comes to sex. How much are we supposed to say? Should we tell the truth? We are living in quite a different world now than when we were young. Homes that are blended have a bit more of a challenge, as both sides need to decide what is right for their family. There are many benefits to being a sex positive parent, and many ways in which you can achieve it! Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter |
Mon, 22 February 2016
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Learning to balance both business and family life can be challenging, but even more so in the blended family. If you don’t get it right, you can end up being overwhelmed or filled with guilt and regret. Some tips I have for you in this show include…
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Mon, 15 February 2016
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Jealousy is a normal human emotion, but sometimes it can interfere with our relationships. It is very common in the blended family to struggle with feelings of jealousy when it comes to your partner's ex spouse or their children. Some common types of jealousy blended families face are
In this episode I break those down for you in hopes to help you overcome them.
There are also 5 helpful tips to remember when trying to overcome jealousy
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Mon, 8 February 2016
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When Valentine's Day comes once a year, it reminds us of the importance of connecting with our partner. However, we don’t need to wait until Valentine's Day to connect. There are simple things we can do every day to show our partner we care for them and to help us stay connected. In this week’s episode, I have 20 easy things you can do!
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Mon, 1 February 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Judge Susan Sexton is the host of the 50 Shades of Divorce podcast. She has been on both sides,as she has been a judge, and she has also experienced her own divorce. In this interview we discuss…
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Mon, 25 January 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Do you ever get frustrated when people pass judgement on you just because you have a blended family? Or do you sometimes realize that you have your own misconceptions about your blended family? In this episode I talk about some of those and what to do about it. Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com
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Mon, 18 January 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com This is the second part of the meditation podcast that we started last week with expert Chel Connect with Chel and hear all of her podcasts Donate to my cupid run www.blendedfamilypodcast.com/cupid Join the Private Facebook Group Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com
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Mon, 11 January 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Connect with Chel Hamilton
In this interview, I speak with Chel Hamilton, host of the Meditaion Mini’s Podcast. She teaches us all about the practice of meditation. In this show, we discuss
and more. Chel is creating a special guided meditation just for blended families, which will be next week’s episode. In the meantime, please check out Chel Hamilton using the links below.
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Mon, 4 January 2016
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com The beginning of the year is a great time to set new goal, or healthy habits for the year to come. In this show, I tell you how to set those goals, plus I give you many ideas to get you started. I encourage you to make your own list of specific, measurable, and realistic goals. My list here are the ideas mentioned in the show.
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