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160. A 4-Part Framework for Achievable Expectations and How to Live Them Out
Discover how to focus on realistic expectations in your home without feeling like you're "lowering the bar".
157. 3 Seasoned Stepmoms Share How They’ve Survived and Thrived in Their Blended Family Journey
Find out how 3 seasoned stepmoms have learned to thrive in their blending journeys.
154. What practical and emotional shifts can you expect as you blend your family?
Discover how to shift your mindset and prepare to navigate the inevitable changes that come with blending.
152. What has the potential to steal your joy — and how can you hold onto it? (Part 2)
How to hold onto your joy — even in the midst of disappointment and tension.
151. What has the potential to steal your joy — and how can you hold onto it? (Part 1)
In this 2-part series, examine 3 primary dynamics that threaten to steal your joy and how you can be proactive in experiencing more joy!
149. How to “Blend” Holiday Traditions and Create Meaningful Connection This Season
Discover a practical framework to help avoid holiday tension, pressure, and disappointment.
145. Do you feel alone and isolated navigating the challenges of stepfamily life?
Don't navigate blended family life alone! Instead, discover these 4 benefits of finding your community.
141. Can my kids be emotionally harmed by blended family dynamics?
Discover the "easy wrong turns" you'll want to avoid so that you can safeguard your kids from emotional pain and struggle.
140. Blending with Adult Children — One Couple’s Story of Heartache and Triumph
Find out the ups and downs of blending when there are adult children in the mix.
139. The Most Common, Challenging Pain Point Every Blended Couple Experiences
Find out one of the most common and painful dynamics that every blended family couple experiences — and what you can do about it.
121. Start the New Year with New Resolve to Create Something New in Your Blended Family
Kick off 2022 with a simple action plan and create something new and beautiful in your blended family this year!
118. Meaningful Insight and Practical Strategies to Help Your Blended Family Navigate Holiday Challenges
Consider the importance of traditions and transitions in your blended family through this discussion with a mother-and-daughter duo who've lived through holiday challenges.
116. 10 Practical Strategies to Prep for the Holidays — and Avoid Blended Family Disappointments
10 tips to help you navigate the holidays with more fun — and less disappointment
115. Will you choose to be Grateful or Grumpy this Holiday Season?
Take some time to consider these 3 areas of gratitude that every one of us has — and can change your life.
111. It’s Time For a Strategic Pause…
Consider what kind of "strategic pause" you might need to take — or check out the 5 episodes you might really need right now.
108. 3 Unity Breakers that are Detrimental to Your Connection and How You Can Avoid Them
Don't be duped by these surprising and sneaky unity breakers…
107. 3 Disheartening Realities That No Couple Wants To Go Through — But We All Have To
Find out how to thrive — even when you have to endure these disheartening realities.
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106. How to Avoid “Outlaw Words” [with Mark Warren]
Discover the "Outlaw Words" that might be hijacking your most important conversations.
105. What powerful traits do you need to successfully blend and stay united?
Find out which powerful, personal traits you can develop to experience more unity and success in your blended family.
099. 3 Tips to Help You Move Beyond Painful Guilt and Regret
Don't let feelings of guilt or regret keep you stuck. Discover 3 ways you can move forward to experience what you really want in your blended family.