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Enjoying Your Blended Family
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Enjoying Your Blended Family

Randall & Scarlett Tandy

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Welcome to Enjoying Your Blended Family! We bring new episodes every Monday and Friday. Mondays are on hot topics in blended families and Fridays are all about fun ideas you can do with your blended family. This podcast is all about strengthening your blended family relationships and having more fun, giving you hope and encouragement so everyone is enjoying the journey together.
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We're Mike and Kim Anderson and we believe in a world where blended families experience a future full of hope, connection, and peace. That's why we focus on helping couples in stepfamilies move from a place of confusion and conflict to a life of confidence and connection. Thanks for joining us to discover how you can live the blended family life you really want! If you've been following us for a while — yes, we recently changed the podcast name from "The Blended Family Coaching Show" to "Ble ...
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A blended family is such an important topic because it’s dealing with so many lives, not just that of you and your spouse. You have your kids and your spouses kids of course, but you also have the other sets of parents to contend with (if there is shared custody). With so many cooks in the kitchen, it can make sanity hard to come by on some days. We can lose our way in the midst of chaos, jealousy, insecurity, frustration, anger, confusion, miscommunication, and power struggles. This podcast ...
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Blended Family Podcast
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Blended Family Podcast

Melissa Brown

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The Blended Family Podcast is a weekly show with a strong focus on strategies and methods to help your family thrive. Blended Families face many difficulties and challenges which can sometimes drive families apart. The goal of this podcast is is to help your family grow together through these challenges and create the peaceful and loving home you desire. Your host, Melissa, understands these struggles because she has a blended family of her own. When you listen to this podcast, you will see ...
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Cultivating Peace in Your Blended Family On this episode of Blended Life we discuss all things PEACE, tis the season after all! You will learn the three habits of a PEACE MAKER and how each habit cultivates freedom from conflict and judgment so you can experience the connection and calm you seek in your blended family. In order to cultivate peace, …
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Does it feel like your partner's parenting style is impossibly different than yours? You really want to get on the same page, but your different approaches to parenting seem to rob you of the unity you're looking for. Maybe you find yourself in a cycle of conflict about parenting and it seems like you'll never find your way out. We felt the same wa…
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212: Thinking About Raising a Stepfamily in Two Different States | Joslynn Flowers of Daily Stepmom All stepfamilies have their unique things that make up their family dynamics and add to the ease or difficulty of the blend. In this episode, our friend Joslynn from The Daily Stepmom shares her desire to raise her kids in an environment different th…
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Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises. Show Notes and Resources Thank you for sending a gift to be matched dollar for dollar! Send us your review …
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When relationships with our adult kids and stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? How do we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes that contribute to strained relationships and what parents can do to help. Show Notes and Resources Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith's book, Life's T…
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Two Homes, One Love: Navigating the Coparenting Journey On this episode of Blended Life, we answer three of our listeners questions: 1. How do you deal with secrets in a blended family when one household keeps things from the other? What about dealing with the stress of knowing information as the step parent that both bio parents are keeping from t…
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Resources from this Episode Article by Nick Wignall: What Causes Perfectionism and How to Get Over It Episode 84. How to Cope with Sadness, Anxiety and Longing While Your Kids are Gone Episode 81. How a Missing Bio-Parent Impacts Kids in the Delicate Blending Process (Part 1 of 2) Episode 168. Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Diff…
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211: Hey Stepmom, They’re Not Your Kids with guest Nacho Kid’s Lori and David Are you fed up with your stepkids or with people telling you they’re not your kids, yet you are doing all the mom things for them. This episode is for you. We talk with Lori and David from Nacho Kids Academy about the right and wrong way to disengage and engage with your …
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Holiday Boundaries and Fairness in a Blended Family On this episode of Blended Life you will hear Eric and Julie discuss boundaries that may need to be created to create a positive experience during the holiday season. The point of boundaries is to protect; in this case we focus on protecting the well-being of the family and also each individual pe…
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Have you ever felt like the holidays in your blended family are fraught with more challenges than there should be? It might seem like when the holidays hit, you get bombarded with chaotic schedules and difficult negotiations with Exes. The kids have high expectations and so do you — which just adds to the pressure. Relational tension and stress see…
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If you have ever been on the receiving end of parental alienation, you know what I mean when I say it’s a nightmare. In this episode, Lisa Goodpaster shares her story of being a child of parental alienation. You can find her whole story in her book, Alienated When Parents Won’t Parent. Today we discuss the damage it does to the child, early signs t…
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Creating Emotional Connections in your Blended Family On this episode of Blended Life we discuss emotional connections in your blended family. Whether you are newly blended, feeling stale or stagnant in your mature blended family, or trying to prepare yourselves for the upcoming holidays, this episode has something for everyone. You will hear Julie…
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As I mentioned in this Simple Step, we encourage you to head back to Episode 67 to dive into more ideas on how to live out this simple strategy in your co-parenting dynamic. Here's the link: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/podcast/067 Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question…
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This episode deals with a bad habit many of us have been guilty of ourselves or have been on the receiving end of. Stalking the ex or their significant other is not beneficial to us, but we do it anyway. There are many different reasons why people stalk their ex online, and in this episode, I discuss those reasons with Toni and Lauren from Raising …
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You probably know that kids moving between two homes thrive when all the adults — in both homes — cooperate to create stability and peace. That's absolutely true. It's also true that the adults (both bio and step-parents) thrive when trust and consideration exist between homes and tension is low. But when it comes to the art of healthy co-parenting…
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As we wrap up this book study, our prayer is that you have found hope for your blended family. Every chapter has been filled with information that has the potential to change the future of your blended family if you are willing to utilize it. Today’s chapter points you to the one that can truly bring healing and lasting change to your family and th…
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Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help. Show Notes and Resources Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC-S Learn about our blended events and resources.…
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On this episode of Blended Life you get a peek into our story as we look back on how we came together blending our family and moving forward. We begin the episode discussing Halloween and how it made us realize we are in a whole new season of life when it comes to celebrating the holidays. You'll hear us begin to talk about how we plan to navigate …
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Resources for this Episode Episode 169. Real Insight and Advice for Remarried Parents AND Their Concerned Adult Children Episode 147. Do sensitive conversations end up creating conflict in your relationship Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made …
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I can’t speak for everyone, but I would say the majority of people who have experienced divorce do not want to spend their time or money in court. Although we understand there are occasions when it is necessary. Most of the time, fear or pride, back us into a corner and we feel like court is the only way out. In this episode, I talk with the co-aut…
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Stepfamily expert Ron Deal says, "Never mind that your children are adults, this is a hard transition for them because it comes at a great cost". In this episode, we'll uncover the challenging family issues that often come up when a parent with adult children chooses to remarry or become romantically involved. We'll explore these sensitive issues f…
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Have you ever wondered what kind of effects your divorce will have on your children or even grandchildren? Check out this week’s episode as I discuss with Ryleigh Tandy (my 24-year-old Stepdaughter) about the men she has watched walk out of her life and how that created her perspective on marriage now. She even sings us her new song “Wait” which is…
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High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, and consider your kids first. Show Notes and Resources List of counselors Register for Preparing to Blend Co-parenting Dilemm…
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On this episode of Blended Life it's parents vs kids as Eric and Julie answer and address some of their listeners questions and suggested topics. You'll hear us discuss how to set boundaries with your step kids. We address the topics of secrets and privacy in a blended family and answer what to do when there's no "break" from the kids as a full-tim…
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Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/share Ready for some extra support? We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us…
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205: Pitfalls of Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation (Chapter 8: Blended and Redeemed) This episode had me (Scarlett) reflecting and asking my grown kids questions about their upbringing. In chapter 8 of Blended and Redeemed, Scott and Vanessa share very practical tips to help your kids feel like they are "home" with both parents. We discuss t…
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We've heard it said that behavior is the visible expression of invisible issues — it's the warning light on the dashboard. Often, it's the warning light of our child's misbehavior that catches our attention, but what are the invisible issues going on under the surface? Usually, it's difficult emotions. When kids experience something troubling, nega…
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We've heard it said that behavior is the visible expression of invisible issues — it's the warning light on the dashboard. Often, it's the warning light of our child's misbehavior that catches our attention, but what are the invisible issues going on under the surface? Usually, it's difficult emotions. When kids experience something troubling, nega…
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Grace Filled Step Parenting With Laurie Short You are in for a treat! On this episode of #BlendedLife Julie interviews the author of 'Grace Filled Step Parenting', Laurie Short. Laurie shares her journey to penning this book as well as her journey to becoming a #StepMom. She explains why this book isn't just for step parents and the hope she has fo…
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We've heard it said that behavior is the visible expression of invisible issues — it's the warning light on the dashboard. Often, it's the warning light of our child's misbehavior that catches our attention, but what are the invisible issues going on under the surface? Usually, it's difficult emotions. When kids experience something troubling, nega…
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We've heard it said that behavior is the visible expression of invisible issues — it's the warning light on the dashboard. Often, it's the warning light of our child's misbehavior that catches our attention, but what are the invisible issues going on under the surface? Usually, it's difficult emotions. When kids experience something troubling, nega…
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One of the biggest complaints in a stepfamily is (co)parenting. Whether it be trying to parent with your new spouse and that automatic protective mode we find ourselves in when it comes to someone telling our child what to do. Or the frustration of trying to parent with someone you once loved, but now can’t seem to agree on anything. We end the epi…
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When we blend two families, what's the goal and how do we get there? Do we focus more on parenting or our marriage? Do I parent my stepchild or build a relationship first? How do we manage a difficult former spouse? Ron Deal answers these questions and more about the critical tasks of parenting in a blended family. Show Notes and Resources You stil…
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Therapy and Blended Families Part 2 On this episode Gina Nicola, LMFT, is back on the pod alongside Julie to discuss blended family marriage and marriage therapy. She discusses the main struggles she sees in the blended family home between the adults and how marriages can overcome them. You will also learn what the point of marriage therapy is, how…
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Resources Episode 59 & 60. Why are you stuck in a parent-child allegiance? Episode 139. The Most Common Challenging Pain Point Every Blended Couple Experiences Episode 98. Is fear of being vulnerable keeping you from loving your spouse wholeheartedly? Episode 99. 3 Tips to Help You Move Beyond Painful Guild and Regret Episode 4. Can you overcome yo…
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This week talk about our favorite stepfamily topic and that is putting FUN in dysfunction! Whether you choose to be intentional in creating a relationship with your stepchildren or not, you ARE creating a relationship. What you do from the very beginning lets your stepchild know you care and want them in your life. Even if your stepchild pushes you…
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Therapy and Blended Families Part 1 On this episode of Blended Life Julie welcomes back Gina Nicola to the pod! Gina Nicola isn't just an Ordained Pastor in the Nazarene Church, she is also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Gina and Julie get candid about therapy. Gina explains her journey to becoming a therapist and helps us all understand…
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Many of us tend to believe we need to quickly establish our couple relationship as the foundation of our home, right? And yes, that's the goal… …eventually. In a blended family, it's unrealistic to expect this to happen right away. And if you've been trying to "force it", you've probably run into all kinds of challenges. Successfully blending a fam…
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Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a blended family as well as wisdom they've gained from raising both their adopted and biological children. Family stories matter. Show Notes and Resources The Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media Ge…
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After your divorce, have you ever said to someone else or to yourself? I will never allow this to happen to me again. I will never allow anything bad to happen to my children. I will never allow anyone close to me again. I will never forgive him/her for breaking up our family. These are inner vows we make to protect ourselves, but in doing so we ar…
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Ready to join the "Blending Together" community? Just click this link: https://learning.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/blendingtogether Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.mikeandkimcoaching.com/share Ready…
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You’ve probably heard us or someone at some point say to make God the center of your marriage, but what does that even mean? In this episode, Randall and I go over 6 steps for a marriage reflecting God found in the Blended and Redeemed Book we have been reading. We are currently using Blended Kingdom Families Book Blended and Redeemed as our online…
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Lies About Blended Family Life On this episode of Blended Life we discuss the lies we tell ourselves and believe about being a part of a blended family. This is such an important conversation because lies turn into beliefs, and our beliefs determine our experience. If we choose to believe the lies, we will actually experience them! Eric and Julie g…
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Have the challenges of blending a family ever left you feeling alone? Maybe you've felt like you're the only one experiencing the unique realities of blended family life. Maybe you're struggling with parenting complexities and your friends just don't get it. Or communication is tense in your couple relationship and your extended family can't seem t…
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This week I talked with Ginger from The Family Core over chapters 1 & 2 of the Blended and Redeemed book by Scott and Vanessa from Blended Kingdom Family. We created a virtual book club so you can join us in discussing these very important stepfamily topics. This week we discussed what it’s like going through the fire in your stepfamily and how God…
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The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways to be sensitive and promote positivity so your holiday can be a truly joyous time. Show Notes a…
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This week I talked with Ginger from The Family Core over chapters 1 & 2 of the Blended and Redeemed book by Scott and Vanessa from Blended Kingdom Family. We created a virtual book club so you can join us in discussing these very important stepfamily topics. This week we discussed what it’s like going through the fire in your stepfamily and how God…
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If you're like me (Mike), when you encounter a challenging situation, you're determined to successfully conquer it. You'll jump right in by engaging with lots of resources like books or podcasts — and reaching out for professional support if needed. You don't want to stay stuck and you're all about new learning and growth. But if this does NOT desc…
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Pastor's Take On Divorce and Blended Families On this episode of Blended Life you will meet a very special woman in our lives, #Pastor Gina Nicola! You will hear her story and road to becoming an ordained pastor in the #nazarene church. She shares her own struggles wearing all the hats: Wife, Mom, Therapist, and now Pastor and how she has been able…
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It's been an exciting few months of planning and preparing to better serve you. In this short episode, we'll share a bit about what we've each been learning. After you listen in, head on over to the new website: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/ Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer you…
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