062. How to Partner Well as a Stepparent — Even if You Feel Stuck on the Outside (Part 2)
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This episode is the second half of our conversation focused on the "easy wrong turns" many stepparents make when they're frustrated with feeling stuck on the outside of a parent-child allegiance (between their spouse and his or her kids).
If you missed the last episode, you may want to go back and listen to Episode 61 first — then come back here to catch the second half of the conversation where we'll dive into a few more of the "easy wrong turns" and why they won't help you build the unity you're looking for.
Then, next week, we'll be wrapping up this series with some practical tips that can help both of you work together and overcome a parent-child allegiance and experience more unity and teamwork as a couple.
You'll Discover:
How empathy and understanding can go a long way when your partner is feeling stuck between "choosing" you or "choosing" their kids
Why a butter dish caused Mike to get so angry
How acknowledging the little wins along the way can make a big difference for everyone
Resources from this Episode:
Episode 14: 3 Helpful Steps to Overcome Your "Perfectionistic" Ideals and Disappointments
Episode 46: How to Focus When Your Step-Kids Are Ruining Your Marriage
Episode 47: How to Like Your Step-Child…When You're Feeling Frustrated and Annoyed
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