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Bonding | Kid’s Perspectives | Marriage/Partnership | Parenting/Discipline | Co-Parenting

Mike Anderson 1/7/25 Mike Anderson 1/7/25

201. Step Up Enjoyment and Safeguard Your Relationship by Taking FUN Seriously [w/Rich & Christa Clark]

Rich and Christa Clark share their insights on the serious business of FUN!

Mike Anderson 10/1/24 Mike Anderson 10/1/24

195. Connecting with Kim's HARD Child — Facing the Challenges of Parental Alienation

Discover how you can create moments of connection with a child who seems to be rejecting you.

Mike Anderson 9/3/24 Mike Anderson 9/3/24

193. The Advantage of Learning The Basics BEFORE You Blend

Discover in ADVANCE how you can effectively prepare for your blending journey!

Mike Anderson 7/9/24 Mike Anderson 7/9/24

189. Bringing Hope to the Realities of Grief: A Path to Understanding and Healing [with Krista St-Germain]

Discover how you can move forward through trauma in a way that brings hope and growth.

Mike Anderson 4/23/24 Mike Anderson 4/23/24

183. What's the difference between "coupleness" and "familyness" and why does it matter?

Discover how to create "coupleness" and "familyness" in a way that avoids pitfalls and builds connection!

Mike Anderson 12/19/23 Mike Anderson 12/19/23

173. Expert Guidance for Holiday Success

Consider the importance of traditions and transitions from a mother-daughter duo who've lived through blended family holiday challenges.

Mike Anderson 11/21/23 Mike Anderson 11/21/23

171. How to Experience More Fun, Connection, and Joy this Holiday Season [with Rich and Stacy]

An honest discussion with a seasoned couple who learned to create more fun, connection, and joy as they "blend" their holidays.

Mike Anderson 10/24/23 Mike Anderson 10/24/23

169. Real Insight and Advice for Remarried Parents AND Their Concerned Adult Children

Examine perspectives of both the adult child and their parent who has remarried.

Mike Anderson 10/10/23 Mike Anderson 10/10/23

168. Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve

This week, discover a 5-step process to help your kids navigate difficult moments.

Mike Anderson 5/30/23 Mike Anderson 5/30/23

164. A Practical Tool to Help You Stay Focused on Your Biggest Blended Family Challenge

Find out what's coming up this summer and discover a practical tool that can help you right now.

Mike Anderson 5/16/23 Mike Anderson 5/16/23

163. How Intentionality Helped One Couple to Accomplish a Successful Blend [with Sean & Staci]

Discover how intentionality made all the difference for one blended family couple.

Mike Anderson 4/11/23 Mike Anderson 4/11/23

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".

Mike Anderson 3/28/23 Mike Anderson 3/28/23

159. How to Stay Hopeful as a Stepparent When You’re Continually Rejected and Hurt

Discover what you can do to hold onto hope and create an environment where connection and healthy bonds can emerge in your home — even with a resistant stepchild.