Mon, 18 December 2017
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When the end of a year approaches, it’s always a great time to reflect, as well as dream up new possibilities for the year ahead. I invite you to write a new script of your dream life. Let’s make next year the best yet for you and your blended family!
Please note, there will not be a show on December 25 or January 1. I will be spending some time enjoying my family, and I hope you do the same!
Happy Holidays and a very Happy New Year!
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Mon, 11 December 2017
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Being a stepparent comes with so many challenges, and those challenges can damage blended families. Bio parents aren’t always aware of the difficulties that their partners face. Here’s what to expect in this episode
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Mon, 4 December 2017
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Charla Miller is a successful author who used traumatic events in her life to propel her forward. She wrote a book called, Wonder and Beauty: My Journey From Heartbreak to Healing Through the Wonder of Horses. She currently resides in Boise Idaho with her partner and is involved in the world of equine therapy. Charla also travels as a destination makeup and hair artist and brings her concept of beauty to all she meets.
Her story is paving the way for others to see that their pain from loss isn't the ending but a launching point to even greater connection to those they love and so much more.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 27 November 2017
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Many of us walk through life taking things very personally, which can affect our lives greatly. It causes much suffering. The relationships we have with others can also be affected when we take everything to heart. Ten tips to help you learn to not take things personally!
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Mon, 20 November 2017
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Do you have an over involved ex? Or maybe you’re married to someone whose ex is over involved? There are reasons why exes feel the need to hover and criticize your parenting. They may make excessive phone calls, demonstrate helicopter parenting, or they might not think you are fit to parent your own child. Whatever they are doing, boundaries must be set. Learn all about this and how it affects your current relationship this week on the show!
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Mon, 13 November 2017
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Blended families are already difficult to navigate. When a couple has parenting styles that differ from one another, it can be quite a challenge. What do you do when you and your partner parent differently? How can you make it work? My husband Shawn joins me to talk about our own challenges in this area. We talk about
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Mon, 6 November 2017
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Dr. Jennelle is a PhD Psychologist and Relationship Advisor working with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, collaboration, and harmony in their relationships. Dr. Jennelle focuses on non traditional relationships and family structures (i.e., female same-sex couples, divorced/remarrying couples, and blended families), helping to navigate the challenges in these complex dynamics by developing skills that lead to stronger partnerships, better parenting, and greater peace.
She joins me to talk about her personal experience with a same sex relationship and marriage. In this episode we discuss
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Mon, 30 October 2017
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Halloween is a perfect time to talk about disguises! People put on masks on a daily basis to cover up who they really are, or what they struggle with emotionally. Living authentically is the only way to overcome this. How can we help others who haven’t figured this out?
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Mon, 23 October 2017
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Spirituality is not a topic often discussed here at the blended family podcast, but it is becoming a popular practice. Learn how spirituality can help you and your blended family grow. Also learn how to determine if someone you love is an empath or a highly sensitive person, and what that means. We also talk about vibration, and how to elevate it.
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Mon, 16 October 2017
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We all have exes, and many of us are dealing with exes who are difficult and uncooperative. Since there is not much we can do to change who they are or what they act like, we can only focus on ourselves. There are things we can do to make these interactions more pleasant.
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Mon, 9 October 2017
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There are many emotions that a non custodial parent feels. Many people think it is an easy role, but they forget that it’s not always the wanted role. Many non custodial parents wish things were otherwise. In this show I share what these emotions are., I also I give 5 tips for both custodial parents and the partners of non custodials to help those in the non custodial position. And some special words of encouragement for my fellow non custodial parents.
5 tips for the custodial bio parent or stepparent
5 tips for the partner of the non custodial
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Mon, 2 October 2017
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Anna Seewald is the founder of Authentic Parenting®. She is a speaker, author and a parent educator. She also has a popular Podcast on iTunes called Authentic Moments. She is a mom to a vibrant 9 year old who doesn’t approve of her fashion choices. As a child she survived through a severe earthquake. She lost her young mom. She has been through trauma, pain, and a lot suffering. With a strong passion helping children Anna dedicated her life working with abused, neglected, orphaned, institutionalized children and juvenile delinquents.
After nearly 20 years she realized that it is through helping parents she can help children.
Today she is supporting parents around the world by moving from traditional ways of parenting into more peaceful, conscious ways by making sense of their past life experiences, healing from trauma, building effective communication, practicing non- punitive discipline and setting limits with love and kindness.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 25 September 2017
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Becoming a more authentic person is something mostly everyone struggles with. In this show we cover what you need to know, including
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Mon, 18 September 2017
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Hurricane Irma came through my state and left her mark. However, Florida will come out stronger after all this. The same can be said with the storms of life. We all go through hard times, but when we can find the gift or lesson in the storm, we can overcome anything. Also, an interview with Anna DeAcosta, the creator of the fabulous album The Mindful Stepmom, Guided Meditations for Peace and Flow in your Blended Family. Connect with Anna Purchase the Album 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
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Mon, 11 September 2017
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Because of hurricane Irma, there is not a topic this week. My family and I have been preparing for this storm, as it is threatening to hit my state of Florida.
In the meantime, listen to my special song by songfinch, that was created for my bonus children! See the lyrics below!
Sometimes reminiscing Feels like yesterday to me When you met 10 years ago With your dad at Mikkey D's And since then you've gotten close Happy she could watch you grow She could say she loves you both But then you already know
Already know, no love is lost From 2 young kids to young adults The whole time with you has been awesome Wouldn't trade it for a second It's a blessing When she step into the house and see you all Always know that you can call Anytime you need to talk
So she can say she proud of both of you She think your the bomb, bomb, bomb Glad to be your second mom, mom, mom Honestly she just gets glad again Heart so full of love She had somebody write some raps To send to Shawnie and to Madison
When you came in my life That's when it changed for me And I love you so much So glad that I could be in your life Promise you could count on me But you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
Yeah, you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
Yeah yeah, you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
Now Shawnie is sincere A good heart that makes you cheer He loves music, he loves football Pick a concert he'll appear And he looks just like his dad Makes you smile from ear to ear Your stepmoms your biggest fan Just in case that wasn't clear
Madison she's super driven Super strong, in it to win it A competitive cheerleader No one's better When she goes for something
Both got hearts of gold And their talents all their own Your stepmom loves how you've grown And turned the house into a home
Here's her way to say she's proud of you She think your the bomb, bomb, bomb Glad to be your second mom, mom, mom Honestly she just gets glad again Heart so full of love She had somebody write some raps To send to Shawnie and to Madison
When you came in my life That's when it changed for me And I love you so much So glad that I could be in your life Promise you could count on me But you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
Yeah, you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
Yeah yeah, you both already know it This right here's a bonus song
When you came in my life That's when it changed for me And I love you so much So glad that I could be in your life Promise you could count on me But you both already know it This right here's a bonus song Yeah, you both already know it This right here's a bonus song Promo code BLENDEDFAMILY 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
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Mon, 4 September 2017
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Meeting your new partner's extended family can cause a lot of anxiety. You might not be sure of how you will be received. This week, I talk about how to cope with meeting new family members, such as in laws, siblings, cousins, etc.
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Mon, 28 August 2017
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Sibel Guelseren is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Board Certified Masters Addictions Professional, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Life Coach with over 20 years of Experience. Sibel earned a Master of Education Degree and a Specialist in Education Degree, both specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Florida. She is also a Graduate of CoachU's 3-year prestigious Coaching Program and works with clients on various life and work issues.
In this episode, she helps me with some common issues of teenagers and sexuality, as well as helps me answer some listener questions. We talk about
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Mon, 21 August 2017
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Finding and achieving happiness is something many of us work on every day. Being part of a blended family can make you feel at times like happiness is impossible to find. In this episode I share my top ten happiness boosters. Be happy NOW, because now is all we have!
I’m also joined by one of our own listeners for a family interview with Sharon Kelly.
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Mon, 14 August 2017
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Accepting a step parent into your child's life can be difficult for many reasons. In this episode I explain why, and I will give you some ground rules to follow.
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Mon, 7 August 2017
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This episode I talk about some of my own recent struggles, and what I’ve learned from them. Plus I answer some listener questions.
And a giveaway!
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Mon, 24 July 2017
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Katie Brewer started Your Richest Life because she believes that every professional should have access to a financial planner. Katie helps clients alleviate their stress about money by helping them clarify their goals, identify and eliminate obstacles to those goals, and create a financial action plan to achieve them. Katie has accumulated over 10 years of experience working with clients and their money. She is no stranger to hard work as she pursued both her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Certification and her MBA while working full time. Katie has been quoted in articles in The New York Times, Forbes, Money, Lifehacker, and Real Simple and she regularly blogs about financial planning topics. She often speaks to groups about financial education.
In this episode, she joins me to talk about estate planning, which is a sensitive and challenging topic for blended families. We talk about
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Mon, 17 July 2017
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Being a stepparent certainly comes with challenges, but it does have its plus sides too. In this episode I will share what those are so that you can shift your perspective.
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Mon, 10 July 2017
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Living in the shadows of an ex or a deceased partner can be really difficult to navigate. Both situations have similarities, but both need to be handled in different ways. We will talk about photos, memories, family and friends, and children in this episode. Plus I’ll share three emails from listeners about this topic.
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Mon, 3 July 2017
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Raising teenagers can be extremely challenging and frustrating. As parents, we can get caught up in the negativity of it all, and we can forget to enjoy the journey. Hopefully this show can help to shift your perspective a bit, so that you can see the joys in between the madness!
Listen to my interview on the Couple Money Podcast here
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Mon, 26 June 2017
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Anxiety is something that many people suffer from nowadays, especially in a blended family. Even children are more prone to anxiety now than ever before.
My guest, Stephanie’s Dalfonzo’s first career was as Stevie Knox,” one of South Florida’s most popular radio DJs during the 80s and early 90s. Shifting careers as she raised her children, she delved into the Healing Arts. Over 20 years later, Stephanie is now a Speaker, Spiritual Healer and Coach, Yoga Teacher and Certified Hypnotist (among other things). Sharing inspirational empowerment with simple action steps. Stephanie empowers women to move from anxiety, fear, stress and despair to freedom, peace of mind and joy in their lives. She has freed thousands of people, from ages 8 to 82, from their fears, stress and anxiety.
In this interview, we talk about
Connect with Stephanie Free download of quick and easy coping skills for stress, anxiety and fear
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Mon, 19 June 2017
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Happy Father's Day! My own husband and favorite dad, Shawn, joins me this week to talk about his own parenting journey this year, which has been especially challenging. We talk about
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Mon, 12 June 2017
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Stepparents who have no bio children of their own are commonly called childless stepparents. They deal with issues and emotions that are unique from bio parents and stepparents who are bio parents as well. In this episode, I will discuss those issues, which are
Also I will discuss some ways to help overcome the above issues, which are
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Mon, 5 June 2017
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Deciding whether to live together or apart is a big decision for a blended family. Some blended families need to try it both ways to decide which works best for them. In this episode I outline ten things to consider when making this important decision. Plus I’ll list some pros and cons of both.
Read this article from the Huffington Post! This Blended Family Doesn’t Live Together And They’re Happier For It
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Mon, 22 May 2017
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Amy Baker has a PhD from teachers college of Columbia University. She has 25 years conducting research on parent-child relationships and child maltreatment. She is an author or co-author of 8 books and over 100 articles. She is a nationally recognized expert in parental alienation. She has trained legal and mental health professionals around the country and served as an expert in courtrooms in the US and Canada. She also provides telephone coaching to help targeted parents enhance their relationship with their alienated children.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 15 May 2017
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Many of us know someone who suffers from mental illness. Whether it’s a partner, a child or stepchild, or an ex spouse, it can be difficult navigating that terrain, especially in a blended family. My guest today, John Cordray is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor and he owns a private practice in St. Louis, Missouri. John is also very active as a Mental Health advocate on social media and his podcast, The Mental Health Today Show. John’s passion is to help as many people who are struggling with a mental illness and to help end the stigma that so often is associated with Mental Health.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 8 May 2017
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Happy Mother’s Day! For this Mother’s Day special, I am featuring three mom podcasters that I think are making a big impact in the world! Shawn Fink is the founder of The Abundant Mama Project and the author of “The Playful Family” and “The Abundant Mama’s Guide to Savoring Slow.” She is the mother of twin girls, Jadyn and Liana, and a family wellness coach for mothers around the world. Her work has appeared in The Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen.com, Scary Mommy, Dr.Green.com and The Shriver Report. Connect with Shawn Mary Grace is the host of The Global Mom Show Podcast, a show that helps moms cultivate a global perspective in their own life and in their children's'. Mary Grace is a wife, a mom of three boys, a former expat and development worker, and a freelance writer for nonprofits and businesses. She has a master's degree in Intercultural Service, Leadership and Management from the SIT Graduate Institute, and she has studied and worked abroad in Germany and India, and traveled many other places as well. Today she makes her home in the US, where one of her goals is to stay connected with a global view of life. Connect with Mary Grace Free Guide 10 ways to create a global home, no matter where you live Casey Destefano is an accomplished Director/Producer with more than 20 years experience in Film and TV. She has worked with companies such as: NBC, FOX, HBO, DreamWorks, Universal Studios, The Disney Channel & Nickelodeon. Currently she owns her own boutique marketing agency where her team specializes in utilizing video to help women led-businesses build strong powerful brands. In addition, Casey is the host of the hit podcast, "Women with Balls…in the Air," where she coaches her audience to have successful careers and abundant family lives without pulling their hair out! Connect with Casey
Questions for my moms to answer!
What is the thing you enjoy most about being a mom? What makes you proudest as a mom? What is your best mom superpower? What do you want your kids to remember most about their childhood? If you had to name three positive adjectives about you as a mother, what would they be?
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Mon, 1 May 2017
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Linda Ricci, another special listener, also reached out to me in the efforts of sharing her story of abuse. Both her and my last guest, Lisa Paige, met through our private facebook group, where they discovered they had a similar experience. Linda also feels it is her calling to help others, and she feels getting her story out is the first step. In this interview we discuss:
You can connect with Linda in our private facebook group!
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Mon, 1 May 2017
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One of my special listeners, Lisa Paige, has reached out to me in the hopes that I would share her story. This is a personal story of abuse, but she has persevered! Lisa now has a better relationship and a blended family! In this interview she shares:
If you want to connect with Lisa, you can find her in our private facebook group. She feels it is her mission to help others who are in a similar place as she was.
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Mon, 24 April 2017
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As an alienated parent and victim of family court corruption, Wendy Perry (formerly Archer) became motivated to bring awareness and education about parental alienation out of the shadows. Her advocacy work has included coordinating and hosting the annual Parental Alienation Awareness Day event in Dallas/Fort Worth Texas and other large events such as the Parental Alienation Symposium drawing attendees from around the world, hosting monthly support group and advocacy meetings, meeting with legislators in Washington DC about family court reform as well as doing TV, radio and magazine interviews to raise awareness and education. The corruption in Wendy’s family court case was so extreme that it was featured in the documentary Divorce Corp. Having previously served on the board of directors for PAAO Canada and as a co-founder of PAAO USA; Wendy has most recently co-founded and serves as one of the officers for the non-profit organization PAAO International.
In this interview we discuss
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Mon, 17 April 2017
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Every blended family has to deal with transition days, and every child deals with transitions in a different way. Most parents and step parents dread this, as they know they are in for some behavior that can be out of character. In this episode I’ll talk about
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Mon, 10 April 2017
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When you’re a parent in a blended family, you don't have time to get sick. Unfortunately, it happens, and it’s never convenient. It’s important to learn some tips to prevent illness, but I also have tips for when find yourself under the weather.
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Mon, 3 April 2017
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Elle Martinez is the creator of Couple Money, a personal finance site and podcast focused on helping spouses build their marriage and wealth together. She shares tips, advice, and stories from her own journey and others about dumping debt, taking care of family, and dealing with sticky situations that many marriages encounter.
She joins me for a discussion of finances and blended families. In this interview we discuss
Elle recommends NAPFA National Association of Financial Advisors
To connect with Elle
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Mon, 27 March 2017
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Most divorced couples lack great communication skills, which makes co parenting much harder than it needs to be. Healthy communication with your ex creates a peaceful environment for your children, and also sets a great example for them that they will model when they grow up.
My 15 tips for better communication with your ex are
Listen to my interview with Dr Jennelle on The Big Change of Heart Podcast! Click here, and find episode #44
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Mon, 13 March 2017
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Our children get enough negativity in the outside world. At home, we need to counteract that by building them up. A healthy self esteem is so important for children to have, and it is our job as parents to help them have a positive self image. We can change their story, and teach them how to change their own. Some ideas to help are
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Mon, 6 March 2017
melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Rachel Grant is the owner and founder of Rachel Grant Coaching and is a Sexual Abuse Recovery Coach. She is also the author of Beyond Surviving: The Final Stage in Recovery from Sexual Abuse. She works with survivors of childhood sexual abuse who are beyond sick and tired of feeling broken, unfixable, and burdened by the past. She helps them let go of the pain of abuse and finally feel normal. Her program, Beyond Surviving, has been specifically designed to change the way we think about and heal from abuse. Based on her educational training, study of neuroscience, and lessons learned from her own journey, she has successfully used this program since 2007 to help her clients break free from the past and move on with their lives. Rachel holds an M.A. in Counseling Psychology. She provides a compassionate and challenging approach for her clients while using coaching as opposed to therapeutic models. She is also a member of San Francisco Coaches and Survivor Force CSA. In this interview, we discuss
Connect with Rachel Grant
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Mon, 27 February 2017
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It’s hard enough dealing with divorce as it is. When you have an ex who makes it harder by telling stories about you, it can seem unbearable. Especially when it results in your children or other people turning against you. Unfortunately we cannot control others or what they do, but we can learn how to cope, to save our sanity.
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Mon, 20 February 2017
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One of the issues many stepparents face, is the inability to really love their stepchild. It’s rarely spoken of, as those who feel that way are ashamed to admit it. After tons of emails from listeners who struggle with this, it’s evident that this is an issue that people really need help with. In this show, you’ll learn how to deal with these feelings, how to determine where they are coming from, and how to understand things from your step child's point of view. Plus some tips and ideas to work on that relationship for the benefit of the entire blended family.
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Mon, 13 February 2017
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Intimacy is an essential part of every relationship. Parents can be so caught up with raising children, that they allow the intimacy to fall away. There are three important elements of intimacy in a romantic relationship, which are sexual, emotional, and physical. All three are important and a couple should learn how to create a balance of all three.
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Mon, 6 February 2017
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Dr. Jennelle is a PhD Psychologist and Relationship Advisor working with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, collaboration, and harmony in their relationships. Dr. Jennelle focuses on nontraditional relationships and family structures (i.e., female same-sex couples, divorced/remarrying couples, and blended families), helping to navigate the challenges in these complex dynamics by developing skills that lead to stronger partnerships, better parenting, and greater peace.
She joins me on the show to discuss
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Mon, 30 January 2017
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Maintaining a good attitude in a blended family is something that is difficult, but not impossible. Bad attitudes can trickle down to everyone in the family, so it’s very important to learn how to manage our own. We also need to help our children manage their attitudes. There are some way to help you lift yourself up out of a bad state of mind, such as breathing, stopping the negative self talk, or finding something to do that brings you joy. My favorite tool is the emotional scale, a tool I learned from Esther and Jerry Hicks, from the book Ask and it is Given. You find where you fall on the scale at any given moment, and you try to gradually climb higher. Below is the scale for your use. I’ll also talk about some tips that will help you deal with others who are having bad attitudes around you, so that you can remain peaceful.
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Mon, 23 January 2017
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This show, I’ll share with you what’s been going on in my life, and why parenting hurts for me right now.
Also, a fabulous family interview with Alex Thompson, who seems to know some tips on how to successfully manage a blended family!
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Mon, 16 January 2017
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Casey O’Roarty is a wife, mother, Certified Positive Discipline Trainer and ICF Certified Coach. Casey facilitates parents in how to build stronger, more authentic relationships with themselves and the children in their lives. She encourages grown ups to recognize and embrace the challenges of parenting as opportunities to model, teach and practice the skills we want our children to learn to embody. Casey lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, 13 year old daughter and 11 year old son.
In this interview we discuss
Connect with Casey Positive discipline Website Positive discipline association Joyful Courage website Connect on Facebook Facebook Group Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter
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Mon, 9 January 2017
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Many blended families cause feelings of overwhelm. Not only are blended families more complex, there is usually so much more to do and handle. In addition, many of the challenges blended families face add to the overwhelm. Although these feelings are magnified during the holiday season, they really can carry on all year long. My top ten tips to deal with overwhelm are
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