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Episode 20. 4 Big Myths About Parenting When an Ex Has Different RulesEpisode 197. Conquer Digital Overload: Parenting Tips for Raising Tech-Savvy Kids [with Steve Arterburn]
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In today's screen-saturated world, parents are facing a unique challenge that previous generations never had to navigateâŠ
âŠhow to raise tech-savvy kids!
Screens are everywhere. Your children may wake up to the morning news on TV. They might work on a laptop or even a government-issued tablet while at school. Throughout the day and into the evening, they may play a game on their tablet, text friends on a smartphone, or watch a movie with the familyâmaybe even all three at once!
Your childrenâs 24/7 access to screens will expose them to a universe of connection and content: some good, and some damaging. The influence of screens impacts the overall health of your kids. The reality is that digital overload often leads to decreased health and wellness.
The lure and influence of screens can leave parents feeling powerless. How are you supposed to raise a physically and emotionally healthy, socially competent, well-balanced child in a screen-saturated world?
This is a question that every parent wrestles withâŠ
âŠand our guest, Stephen Arterburn, is here to help! Stephen has a personal parenting story of screen-related trauma in his family which lead him down a path to discover answers to the most common challenges that parents face in our tech-saturated world.
Listen in and discover how you can make a positive and powerful impact by raising tech-savvy kids who are aware, safe, and responsible in how they engage with screens.
You'll Discover:
The importance of flexibilityPractical tips for healthy screen habits in your homeWhy the worst outcomes occur when screens are "outlawed" for kidsA helpful mindset around the dangers and the benefits of the internetHow to teach kids awareness, safety, and responsibilityHow to help your kids move toward healthy choices and increased wellnessResources from this Episode:
Book by Steve Arterburn and Alice Benton : Understanding and Loving Your Child in a Screen Saturated World Episode 70. 5 Simple Ingredients for Healthy Tech Habits with Your Kids [with Rob Hayes-St.Clair]Book by Andy Crouch: The Tech-Wise Family - Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper PlaceEpisode 178.Surviving the Turbulent Teen Years: Expert Insight and Strategies for Today's Parent [With Dr. Michael Bradley]Episode 73. 4 Simple Principles for Setting Healthy Boundaries with KidsNewlife Ministries - Help and Hope in Life's Hardest PlacesReady for some extra support?
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The holidays can be a time of excitement and high hopes for family "togetherness". You probably want to plan fun, festive activities so that you're able to enjoy memorable moments as a family.
But nothing can rob you of all that fun like struggling to negotiate some details about scheduling or other logistics with your Ex.
We've been there more times than we've wanted to be.
Over the years, we've discovered 5 simple things that can reduce the headaches and avoid the heartaches that often come when negotiations break down.
If you're anticipating having to negotiate changes to the visitation schedule this holiday season, don't procrastinate! We'll help you navigate the negotiations so they don't rob your joy.
Hop into this episode to discover how you can approach negotiations well and enjoy more peace this Holiday Season!
You'll Discover:
5 tips for negotiating schedule changes with your former spouse that can increase cooperation and ease tension How to stay focused on what's best for the kids and set them up for a peaceful Holiday Season Practical strategies for responding to your child's disappointment when they miss out on an activitySimple thoughts for managing your own emotions when things don't go as plannedResources from this Episode:
Episode 67. The Best Co-Parenting Strategy That You Already KnowEpisode 112. 3 Dangerous Dynamics That Can Destroy Co-Parenting - And Hurt the KidsEpisode 113. How to Respond When Being Disregarded, Devalued or Dismissed by Your Former SpouseEpisode 135. How to Set Appropriate Boundaries and Negotiate Well with Your Ex-Spouse Episode 33. How to Cope with a Difficult Ex and Protect Your KidsEpisode 31. 3 Unexpected Ways to Improve How You Cope with Your ExEpisode 71. How to Help Kids Cope with Painful Holiday DisappointmentEpisode 7. Toxic Exes and Hurting Kids - 5 Steps That HelpReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Episode 195. Connecting with Kim's HARD Child - Facing the Challenges of Parental Alienation
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Do you ever stop to think about what it will be like 15 years from now? What will your relationship with each of your children be like?
Maybe you've got a HARD kid (Hurt, Angry, Rejecting, Distant) who's putting up walls and seems to have turned against you - and it feels like this painful season will never end. The tension in your relationship with your child has robbed you of the connection you really want â and you aren't sure how to respond.
That's exactly what we were experiencing 16 years ago, but you know whatâŠ
âŠit didn't last forever.
Back when we were navigating a 3-year battle of parental alienation, Kim's daughter, Annika, was hostile and actively rejecting our family. In the middle of all the confusion, anger, and pain, we weren't sure how to move beyond the 'black cloud' of tension we experienced during our visitation with Annika.
Somewhere along the way, Kim discovered some practical strategies that created bridges of connection with Annika. It was just enough to help us hold onto hope and keep us moving forward.
The perseverance has paid off and now in Annika's adult life, we have a strong, loving connection with her.
Kim is sharing a few powerful tips in this episode that can help you build bridges of connection too. We want you to know that you can stay hopeful and show up well, even with a HARD child. Your current season might be filled with difficult challenges, but you have what it takes to help your child know that you're loving, safe, and available.
Listen in on this episode to find out more.
You'll Discover:
Our story of parental alienation and how Kim was able to carefully create bridges of connection with her daughter.Encouragement and practical tips for engaging with your hurt, angry, rejecting, or distant child.Resources from this Episode:
Episode 194. Powerful Tips for Effectively Connecting with Your Angry or Distant Child [with Dr. Amy J.L. Baker]Article by Dr. Bob Evans: 17 Primary Alienation StrategiesEpisode 42. Our Challenging Story of Parental Alienation - and 6 Tips for YouBook by Amy J.L. Baker and Paul R. Fine: Parenting Under Fire - How to Communicate with Your Hurt, Angry, Rejecting, Distant ChildArticle by Amy Baker: Five Things to Never Say to an Alienated ChildReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Resources:
Episode 194. Powerful Tips for Effectively Connecting with Your Angry or Distant Child [with Dr. Amy J.L. Baker]Book by Amy J.L. Baker: and Paul R. Fine Parenting Under Fire
Article by Amy J.L. Baker: Five Things to Never Say to an Alienated Child
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Children of divorce who are hurt, angry, rejecting, and distant (HARD) are challenging to parent. They can be rude, uncooperative, and disagreeable. It's difficult to relate to or connect with them, and they can appear hardened against the love and guidance you want to provide.
When conflict between two homes intensifies, children often become entangled in loyalty conflicts or sometimes victims of parental alienation. Whatever the reason might be, parents need help!
If it feels like you've been parenting "under fire" and you're struggling to understand the dynamics your child might be experiencing, and you're trying to figure out how to best communicate and connect with them, you won't want to miss this interview.
Our special guest Amy J.L. Baker, Ph.D., shares her experience working with parents of HARD children as they navigate the minefields of confusion, pain and frustration. Amy offers effective strategies to enhance attachment with your child and manage your difficult dynamics â including how to respond to false accusations.
If you're trying to parent a "HARD" child we want you to know there's hope and you can start making progress by listening in for practical tips on safeguarding your relationship through appropriate communication, self-awareness, and empowerment.
You'll Discover:
Effective ways to connect and communicate with a child who is hurt, angry, rejecting, or distantHow to respond to false accusations and avoid reinforcing negative beliefs that the other parent is influencingPractical steps to enhancing attachment with your child by focusing on safety, love, and availabilityWarning signs to look for in your kids (and your Ex) that could possibly lead to Parental AlienationResources from this Episode:
CLICK HERE to connect with Amy J.L. Baker, Ph.D. Book by Amy J.L. Baker and Paul R. Fine: Parenting Under Fire - How to Communicate with Your Hurt, Angry, Rejecting, Distant ChildArticle by Amy Baker: Five Things to Never Say to an Alienated ChildArticle by Dr. Bob Evans: 17 Primary Alienation StrategiesEpisode 42. Our Challenging Story of Parental Alienation - and 6 Tips for YouReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Resources:
Episode 193. The Advantage of Learning The Basics BEFORE You Blend
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Episode 109. Preparing to Blend: The Couples Guide to Becoming a Smart Stepfamily [with Ron Deal]
Book by Ron Deal: Preparing to Blend: The Couple's Guide to Becoming a Smart Stepfamily
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Most of us start off on the blending journey with some ambiguity about how to deal with the complex dynamics that will come as families merge.
It usually doesn't take long before you're blindsided by the reality that there's SO MUCH MORE to blending than first anticipated. Feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and disappointment might hit and you realize you're not as prepared as you thought.
If you're seriously dating, contemplating marriage, engaged, newly married or getting ready to merge and move everyone under one roof â or if you've been on your blended journey for a while and you just need to get back to the basicsâŠ
âŠthis episode is for you!
Discover in ADVANCE what you can do to prepare for your blend and avoid the common "easy wrong turns" that often create confusion, resentment, tension, conflict, and disconnection in blended families.
Hop into this episode to learn best practices, helpful strategies, and understand the basics of blending so that you can set your family up for the best possible experience!
You'll Discover:
The advantage of preparing in ADVANCE for blended family lifeBasics for blending that build a healthy foundation so that everyone in your home can experience the best possible outcomes How to avoid the 'easy wrong turns' that lead to confusion, resentment, relational tension, painful conflict, and disconnection for blended familiesResources from this Episode:
CLICK HERE to receive a curated list of episodes that take a deeper dive into today's A.D.V.A.N.C.E. topicsBook: Crucial Conversations - Tools for Talking When Stakes are HighJoin our Blending Together CommunityReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Episode 172. 2 Key Elements to Resolve Your Parenting Style Differences - And Get United
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What's one of THE most challenging "feats" for blended couples to successfully master?
Building a healthy, collaborative parenting partnership!
What makes this so difficult?
The sensitive topic of parenting can naturally kick off an emotionally-charged conversation, ending in disagreement, conflict, and disconnection.
If you're anything like us, you've probably experienced painful, unproductive interactions around parenting that left you at riskâŠ
âŠat risk of shutting down or shutting each other out
âŠat risk of reacting poorly in those moments that matter most
âŠat risk of ongoing distrust
âŠat risk of experiencing double standards, hurt feelings, ongoing tension, resentment, and relational strain in your home.
Here's the good news: you CAN minimize these risks by practicing new ways to communicate that build your parenting partnership!
In this episode, we'll share how we've learned to master the "feat" of building a parenting partnership by engaging in sensitive parenting conversations that built trust and healthy collaboration in our relationship. Ultimately, all of this will lead to better outcomes for kids â and for you!
You'll Discover:
A simple 4-part process to initiating sensitive conversations and address concerns about your partner's child How to reduce conflict and break free from unproductive, ineffective communication patterns around parenting Practical steps for building a healthy, collaborative parenting partnershipResources from this Episode:
Episode 187. Basics for Blending: How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress Book: Crucial Conversations - Tools for Talking When Stakes Are HighReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Resources
Episode 191. Achieve Financial Harmony: Expert Guidance for Blending Your Finances [with special guests Ron Deal & Greg Pettys]Book by Ron Deal, Greg Pettys & David Edwards: The Smart Stepfamily's Guide to Financial Planning: Money Management Before and After You Blend a FamilyClick here to connect with Greg Pettys for a FREE consult regarding basic estate planning (wills, trusts, power of attorney, and guardianship)Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question
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Money is emotional.
That's why it can be a touchy subject for couples â whether they're preparing to blend or if they've been blending for a while. Discussing finances can lead to very real challenges.
The process of "merging money" can easily become complicated and overwhelming for blended family couples. The complexities tap into deeper emotions tied to things like fear, trust, loyalty, security, and stability.
But "complex" and "impossible" are two different things. The emotional nature of money doesn't have to keep couples stuck. It is possible to create transparency, understanding, and alignment around your finances â for today and for the future.
And the great part is, alignment around finances often creates greater levels of trust and intimacy in your relationship.
So if your goal is to love, care, and provide for everyone in your family, but you just aren't sure how to effectively merge your finances â this episode is for you!
We're so grateful to have Ron Deal and Greg Pettys on the show to share expert advice and practical steps for discussing and managing your financial expectations and future plansâŠ
âŠthis episode is a MUST for every blended couple.
You'll Discover:
How to move beyond fear and ambiguity to create transparency, understanding, and alignment around moneyThe difference between a Prenuptial Agreement (which is a contingency plan that assumes failure) and a Togetherness Agreement (which is a proactive plan that assumes success)How to build emotional and financial security and safety while making decisions around money â even when there's doubt and distrustHow to honor and provide for your children's future, while offering care and concern for your spouse and stepchildren's financial future as wellResources from this Episode:
Book by Ron Deal, Greg Pettys & David Edwards: The Smart Stepfamily's Guide to Financial Planning: Money Management Before and After You Blend a FamilyClick here to connect with Greg Pettys for a FREE consult regarding basic estate planning (wills, trusts, power of attorney, and guardianship) Click here for a list of Smart Stepfamily Providers for help with 'under the surface' issues.Ready for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Resources:
Episode 139. The Most Common, Challenging Pain Point Every Blended Couple Experiences (Stranded Stranger / Trapped Teammate Dynamic)
Episode 5. How to Get Over the Hurts and Triggers From Your Past
Dr. Patricia L. Papernow - Stepfamily Relationships
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I (Mike) have had so many moments of just feeling stuck. I wondered how we would ever move forward and I figured out pretty early on that I wouldn't be able to sort out all the complex chaos without some support.
The problem was, I had no idea what kind of support we needed.
And when we were stuck in unhealthy patterns that kept leading to disconnection and pain, it was challenging to sort out how to move forward.
That's a frustrating place to be. It can sometimes feel confusing or even hopeless.
In this episode, we'll share some painful moments where we felt stuck and how we discovered the difference between engaging in counseling and coaching and the benefits of each at different seasons of our journey.
The great news is there wasn't anything "wrong" with us that we couldn't work through with a little help!
If you're feeling stuck in the complex realities of blending, you aren't alone and you don't have to stay stuck either. Listen in to discover the best approach for getting the help you need today!
You'll Discover:
Distinct benefits and differences between counseling and coaching How Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) from the past might be impacting your present realityHow to get unstuck and move toward positive growthPersonal questions to help determine the best support for youResources from this Episode:
Article from Cleveland Clinic: Adverse Child Experiences (ACEs)Counselors & Coaches with Stepfamily Training Episode 165. How important is your mindset when it comes to blended family life?Ready for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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It's hard to accept that grief is simply a part of every blended family's journey. But that's your reality because everyone in your family has experienced some kind of loss along the way.
If you aren't able to acknowledge grief and create a safe space to process through it, you'll miss out on valuable opportunities that lead to healing.
In this episode, you'll discover a few truths about grief that you probably haven't considered before â plus the positive impact of allowing yourself and your kids to embrace your unique grief journey.
Our special guest, Krista St-Germain, shares her personal experience of unexpected loss and critical realities that she's discovered about grief.
Krista's traumatic circumstances eventually led her on a journey of hope and healing. As a life coach, she now devotes herself to equipping others with powerful tools to manage grief and love life again â and to help their kids do the same.
Understanding the impact of loss and grief and creating opportunities to heal together is essential for blended families. That's why we're excited to welcome Krista to the show!
You'll Discover:
How to normalize what's normal about loss and grief The reality of grief being a natural human response to a perceived lossHow to help your kids acknowledge and process griefWhat is trauma and post-traumatic growthResources from this Episode:
Click this link to Connect with Krista St-GermainEpisode 168. Actionable Steps for Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve Episode 132. How Does Loss and Grief Impact Blended Family Integration?Ready for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Resources:
Episode 20. 4 Big Myths About Parenting When an Ex Has Different Rules
Episode 187. Basics for Blending: How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress (Part 1)
Episode 188. Basics for Blending: How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress (Part 2)
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Discomfort and distress are common experiences for those of us navigating blended dynamics.
One key to learning to manage discomfort and distress well is practicing some simple strategies that acknowledge what you're actually experiencing and then choosing clear, healthy responses.
Now, we know what you're probably thinkingâŠ
âŠ"I've done everything possible to cope with my discomfort and distress, but when it comes to this specific person or certain challenging circumstance, I just get so frustrated, hurt, or angry!"
We've both felt that way along our journey as well.
That's why we're continuing our discussion in this 2 part series. In this episode, we're offering practical ways to withstand 'Opposing Obstacles' â those people or circumstances that leave you feeling powerless, overwhelmed, hopeless, or defeated.
We'll share some challenges we experienced with our biggest Opposing Obstacle and effective ways to approach difficult interactions and painful situations â which can ultimately help you tolerate and manage your discomfort and distress too!
You'll Discover:
The value of 'Radical Self-Care' (it's not what you might think)How to guard yourself from other people's bad moods - and not allow their problems to become yoursPractical ways to withstand 'Opposing Obstacles' and respond well to criticism, rejection, and hostilityHow to hold onto your power in challenging situations - and experience more joyResources from this Episode:
Click here for episodes that focus on impactful strategies and best practices with Co-ParentingTo learn more about our RelateStrong Program, click and schedule your FREE coaching callReady for some extra support?
We all need some extra support along the blending journey â we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession
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Are you subscribed or following the podcast yet? If not, we want to encourage you do that today so you don't miss a single episode.
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Ready for the Co-Parenting workshop? Join The Blending Together Community here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/blendingtogether
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