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Kid's Perspectives, Bonding Mike Anderson Kid's Perspectives, Bonding Mike Anderson

037. Why do kids struggle to accept their stepparent?

Sometimes it feels like no matter how much you try to connect with your step-child, they keep putting up impenetrable walls between you.

But, when you can understand why kids put up walls in the first place, you'll be ready to approach them from a new place of empathy - which will create new opportunities for real change in your relationship.

In this episode, we'll explore five common reasons why kids struggle to accept a stepparent and we'll discover - from a kid's viewpoint - why resisting often seems like the safest way to cope.

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008. Toxic Exes and Defiant Kids — A Simple Strategy Against Lies and Slander (Part 2)

Have you noticed one of your kids behaving defiantly or acting out lately? Maybe you suspect that the negative influence or even direct lies of a Toxic Ex has something to do with it. If that's you, then you need to discover the simple strategy to help your kids uncover the truth for themselves…and that's exactly what we have for you in this week's podcast episode. Check it out!

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007. Toxic Exes and Hurting Kids — 5 Steps That Help (Part 1)

Do you struggle to know how to support your child when they've had their feelings hurt by your Toxic Ex? I felt inadequate in those moments when my daughter was crying and upset because of hurtful things that occurred in her other home. I didn't want to badmouth her dad…I just wanted to help her move beyond the hurts. Listen to this week's podcast episode to hear the 5 Steps I discovered that really helped my daughter. And they can help your kids too…

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