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239. Feeling Responsible for Everyone? How Codependency Hinders Family Relationships and How to Heal [with Michelle Farris]
Codependency can quietly shape blended family dynamics, especially when we tend to over-function, struggle with boundaries, or feel responsible for everyone else’s emotions.
237. Communication Frustration? Gain Powerful Tools & Insight to Help Reduce Conflict & Stay Connected
Communication can either divide or unite your relationship. Discover practical tools that help couples talk through hard things with more clarity, collaboration, and connection.
236. Does it Ever Get Easier? How to Stay Hopeful by Playing the Long Game [with Gayla Grace]
A hope-filled conversation with Gayla Grace about why blended family life often takes longer and feels harder than expected, and how grit, grace, support, and a strong marriage foundation can help couples play the long game.
235. Stepparenting Takes Two: How to Build Connection and Avoid Common Wrong Turns
Stepparenting works best when couples stop expecting instant bonding and equal authority, and start embracing the truth that stepparenting is a two-person job.
234. Caught in the Negative? How to Reframe Painful Moments and Regain Hope
Negativity bias can quietly distort your relationships, influence your decisions, and drain your hope. But when you learn to catch it early, you can lead your blended family with more wisdom, steadiness, and belief.
233. Building a Life You Love: How to Reduce Stress and Create a Unified Financial Vision [with Brian K. Peterson]
A practical and hope-filled conversation with Brian K. Peterson about how blended family couples can move from financial tension and fear to shared clarity, unity, and intentional design.
230. Everyday Decisions, Big Tension: The Hurtful Patterns That Create Blended Family Division
Simple family decisions can quickly turn into a loyalty tug-of-war. Discover how the Tenuous Triad dynamic pulls blended families apart—and practical ways to minimize the impact and move toward calm, united leadership.
221. It’s Never Too Late: Rebuilding Trust and Connection After Years of Pain [with Chad and Jdele Brignac]
A vulnerable, hope-filled conversation with Chad & Jdele Brignac on healing old pain, breaking unhelpful patterns, and rebuilding trust in a blended family. No matter how long it’s been.
219. From Chaos to Clarity: A Proven Strategy for Leading Your Blended Family
Discover how to build unity, clarity, and confidence in your blended family through values-based parenting and the power of community.
217. Feeling Overwhelmed and Powerless? How to Regain Hope with Tools that Heal [with EJ & Tarah Kerwin]
What happens when two seasoned therapists find themselves drowning in the chaos of blended family life? EJ and Tarah Kerwin share their story—and their hope.
216. Ten Kids, One Pandemic, and a Marriage on the Brink: Wes and Jennie’s Empowering Breakthrough
When everything felt hopeless, Wes and Jennie made a brave choice to show up instead of give up—and their marriage was transformed.
215. Does Your Relationship Feel Hopeless? Why Giving Up Might Not Be the Answer
If you're on the brink of giving up on your relationship, this episode offers a path to hope, healing, and courageous next steps.
208. The Transfer of Power: A Smart Strategy for Stepparents Left in Charge
Discover what to do before, during, and after solo time with step-kids.
207. 4 Big Myths About Parenting When an Ex Has Different Rules and How to Build Consistency
Discover the 4 most common myths about managing the differences in rules and expectations across two households.
206. Avoid These 5 Common Pitfalls to Ensure a Successful Partnership
Discover the 5 most common pitfalls that tend to hijack your partnership as a couple.
205. 4 Facets of Parenting: What Bio Parents Need to Know to Achieve Best Outcomes (Part 2)
Navigating roles and responsibilities in a blended family can be tricky—but with the right approach, you can safeguard step relationships, lead confidently, and create a peaceful home.
204. 4 Facets of Stepparenting: Defining Appropriate Roles and Responsibilities (Part 1)
Discover four key facets of stepparenting and how to avoid common mistakes that create disconnection and tension in blended families.
203. How to Make Better Decisions and Solve Problems as a United Team
Discover how to navigate tough decisions and resolve problems without sacrificing unity as a couple.
202. How to Break Free from Painful Cycles and Enjoy Deeper Levels of Intimacy [with Ron & Nan Deal]
Discover the transformative power of emotional regulation and mindfulness in marriage with Ron and Nan Deal.
201. Step Up Enjoyment and Safeguard Your Relationship by Taking FUN Seriously [w/Rich & Christa Clark]
Rich and Christa Clark share their insights on the serious business of FUN!