On this episode of Blended Life we discuss just why Julie believes that bio parents have the toughest role in the family.  If you are a bioparent this one's for YOU; you'll feel seen, heard, and understood.  Step parents, don't skip out on this episode; you will gain great insight to be able to have better understanding and compassion of your significant other.  Blended families require a ton of grace, which is, hopefully, a byproduct of this podcast.  Enjoy!becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of Blended Life we discuss just why Julie believes that bio parents have the toughest role in the family.  If you are a bioparent this one's for YOU; you'll feel seen, heard, and understood.  Step parents, don't skip out on this episode; you will gain great insight to be able to have better understanding and compassion of your significant other.  Blended families require a ton of grace, which is, hopefully, a byproduct of this podcast.  Enjoy!<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 156: Bio Parenting In A Blended Family

 On this episode of Blended Life we answer our listeners questions. The common theme around our discussions of each is how to deal with difficult people in your blended family. You will discover how to find peace with a difficult bio parent, how to deal with adult children who refuse to clean up after themselves (this is such a fun segment, you don't want to miss it), and how to connect with a difficult step child who doesn't give you much in return. Lots of rich nuggets in this one! Enjoy! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of Blended Life we answer our listeners questions. The common theme around our discussions of each is how to deal with difficult people in your blended family. You will discover how to find peace with a difficult bio parent, how to deal with adult children who refuse to clean up after themselves (this is such a fun segment, you don't want to miss it), and how to connect with a difficult step child who doesn't give you much in return. Lots of rich nuggets in this one! Enjoy! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 155: Dealing With Difficult People In Your Blended Family

On this episode of Blended Life we discuss the biggest struggles blended families face and how to overcome them.  Eric shares what men need to feel safe communicating and being in relationship with their significant other.  Julie breaks down what causes blended families to ultimately give up on one another and how to push past the temptation to walk away.  This is a rich episode filled with humor, great insight and encouragement that you can make it!  Enjoy!becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of Blended Life we discuss the biggest struggles blended families face and how to overcome them.  Eric shares what men need to feel safe communicating and being in relationship with their significant other.  Julie breaks down what causes blended families to ultimately give up on one another and how to push past the temptation to walk away.  This is a rich episode filled with humor, great insight and encouragement that you can make it!  Enjoy!<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 154: Biggest Struggles In Your Blended Family

On this episode of Blended Life we discuss surviving summer in your blended family. You'll hear tips on how to alter your experience from chaos and dread to peaceful and fun! Julie shares about her daughter getting baptized at summer camp and what that exposed about her as a Mom and a Co-Parent. Short. Sweet. To the point. Enjoy! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of Blended Life we discuss surviving summer in your blended family. You'll hear tips on how to alter your experience from chaos and dread to peaceful and fun! Julie shares about her daughter getting baptized at summer camp and what that exposed about her as a Mom and a Co-Parent. Short. Sweet. To the point. Enjoy! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 153: Surviving Summer in Your Blended Family

Blended Family QuestionsOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss our blended family community's questions to include the following topics:  Blending animals, not just children; Forcing kids to say, "I love you" back to their step parent; Having an open heart and mind when being around your significant other's ex and their family; and Tackling extra curricular activities all together or separately.  If you want a topic/situation/question of yours featured/discussed anonymously on one of our episodes, email theblendedlife@yahoo.com for consideration or message us on Facebook or Instagram.  You can join our community support group on Facebook by searching "Blended Life Support Group".  Enjoy!   becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Blended Family Questions On this episode of Blended Life we discuss our blended family community's questions to include the following topics:  Blending animals, not just children; Forcing kids to say, "I love you" back to their step parent; Having an open heart and mind when being around your significant other's ex and their family; and Tackling extra curricular activities all together or separately.  If you want a topic/situation/question of yours featured/discussed anonymously on one of our episodes, email theblendedlife@yahoo.com for consideration or message us on Facebook or Instagram.  You can join our community support group on Facebook by searching "Blended Life Support Group".  Enjoy!   <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 152: Blended Family Questions

What To Let Go Of In Your Blended FamilyOn this episode of Blended Life, we discuss letting go of that which doesn't serve you well in your blended family.  You will learn our top things to let go of in your blended family, what letting go actually means, why it's important to have a healthy let-go practice in place, how to practically let go, as well as the 5 stages of letting go.  By the time you are done listening, we hope you feel a little lighter because you have decided to lay down some of the heaviness you've chosen to carry.  We hope you feel encouraged and empowered to do things differently for your good so you want to stay put.  Enjoy!becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

What To Let Go Of In Your Blended Family On this episode of Blended Life, we discuss letting go of that which doesn't serve you well in your blended family.  You will learn our top things to let go of in your blended family, what letting go actually means, why it's important to have a healthy let-go practice in place, how to practically let go, as well as the 5 stages of letting go.  By the time you are done listening, we hope you feel a little lighter because you have decided to lay down some of the heaviness you've chosen to carry.  We hope you feel encouraged and empowered to do things differently for your good so you want to stay put.  Enjoy!<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 151: What To Let Go Of In Your Blended Family

 Mother's Day and Other Hallmark Holidays From A Man's Point of View! On this episode of Blended Life you will get to hear a male perspective of Mother's Day and other Hallmark Holidays.  Eric shares his thoughts on his role as Dad and Step Dad when it comes to celebrating the Bio Mom and Step Mom in his life.  He explains how and why he chooses to show up and facilitate things the way he does. You will also hear how you, as the mom or step mom, can empower yourself by taking charge of your experience on Mother's Day or any other day that you want to honor and celebrate all you do. This isn't your traditional "Mother's Day" podcast. Enjoy!! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Mother's Day and Other Hallmark Holidays From A Man's Point of View! On this episode of Blended Life you will get to hear a male perspective of Mother's Day and other Hallmark Holidays.  Eric shares his thoughts on his role as Dad and Step Dad when it comes to celebrating the Bio Mom and Step Mom in his life.  He explains how and why he chooses to show up and facilitate things the way he does. You will also hear how you, as the mom or step mom, can empower yourself by taking charge of your experience on Mother's Day or any other day that you want to honor and celebrate all you do. This isn't your traditional "Mother's Day" podcast. Enjoy!! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 150: Mother's Day and Other Hallmark Holidays

Seen In Your Blended FamilyOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss how you can change your experience in your co-parenting, marriage, step parenting and parenting life for your good.  When you change how you see others or a situation, you are able to affect how others see you too.  To be seen you first need to make sure you come correct with 20/20 vision that supports the experience you wish to have in your blended family.  We give you insight on how to see others in a way that lets love in a little bit more so everyone can win.  Be inspired.  Be encouraged.  Enjoy!becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Seen In Your Blended Family On this episode of Blended Life we discuss how you can change your experience in your co-parenting, marriage, step parenting and parenting life for your good.  When you change how you see others or a situation, you are able to affect how others see you too.  To be seen you first need to make sure you come correct with 20/20 vision that supports the experience you wish to have in your blended family.  We give you insight on how to see others in a way that lets love in a little bit more so everyone can win.  Be inspired.  Be encouraged.  Enjoy!<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 149: Seen In Your Blended Family

On this episode of Blended Life we answer four of our listeners question's about their blended family experience.  You will hear us discuss the following: 1.  What to do when your significant other's ex doesn't want you to meet the kids.  2.  Is setting a boundary around communication between kids and their other parent a good idea?  3.  Should you leave your home if your step daughter does not want you to be a part of your step granddaughters life (each time they visit)?  4.  Small town gossip, how to handle yourself when untrue rumors are spread about you and your spouse.  This is a juicy episode full of solid advice and wisdom.  Enjoy!becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of Blended Life we answer four of our listeners question's about their blended family experience.  You will hear us discuss the following: 1.  What to do when your significant other's ex doesn't want you to meet the kids.  2.  Is setting a boundary around communication between kids and their other parent a good idea?  3.  Should you leave your home if your step daughter does not want you to be a part of your step granddaughters life (each time they visit)?  4.  Small town gossip, how to handle yourself when untrue rumors are spread about you and your spouse.  This is a juicy episode full of solid advice and wisdom.  Enjoy!<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 148: Unwanted In Your Blended Family

Entitlement In Blended FamiliesOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss all things entitlement in blended families.  Let us tell you, there's a lot going on.  From what we can tell, every relationship in our blended families is riddled with entitlement issues.  The problem with entitlement is that it feels unsafe, creates anxiety and sets blended families up for upset and disappointment across the board.  We uncover what we believe are some things we SHOULD be entitled to as well as what we need to lay down and let go of.  You will also learn how to help break not only yourself free from entitlement, but also how to teach others around you to do the same.  Enjoy!Connect with us!  We would love to hear from you!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.comWatch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLifeListen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendThe PurposeWhy is talking about blended families and life in general important?  Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why!  A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a blended family many lives depend on it).  Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Lifebecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Entitlement In Blended Families On this episode of Blended Life we discuss all things entitlement in blended families.  Let us tell you, there's a lot going on.  From what we can tell, every relationship in our blended families is riddled with entitlement issues.  The problem with entitlement is that it feels unsafe, creates anxiety and sets blended families up for upset and disappointment across the board.  We uncover what we believe are some things we SHOULD be entitled to as well as what we need to lay down and let go of.  You will also learn how to help break not only yourself free from entitlement, but also how to teach others around you to do the same.  Enjoy! Connect with us!  We would love to hear from you! Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend The Purpose Why is talking about blended families and life in general important?  Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why!  A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a blended family many lives depend on it).  Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 147: Entitlement In Blended Families

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 is dedicated to lessons my husband and I have learned from previously being married, divorced, parenting, co-parenting, step-parenting, blending a family, re-marrying, surviving daddy issues (me not him lol), going through years of therapy (again, me not him ha), having a relationship with God, listening to and absorbing wisdom from others, and having some of the best friends anyone could hope for!  It is our hope that this offers all who take the time to read what we have to say, a perspective that makes for consideration or just some good-old-fashioned food-for-thought.  If we can save one person, or couple, from any of our many mistakes, it would mean more than any treasure ever could.

I’m a step parent with no kids, and I am at the point of walking away from the relationship, after counseling etc etc, I wanted to hear some podcasts to see if maybe I’m not just crazy. 10 min into an episode, The lady on the show is so rude to her husband! Pretty much had the feeling that it was her way and that’s it. I felt bad for the husband, and a lot of arguing. Sorry, I thought this was a podcast 🤷🏼‍♀️

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This is by far my favorite blended family podcast! :)

My favorite blended family podcast

Blended Life - A Blended Family Podcast

In this episode we tackle something everyone in a blended family faces: managing stress and conflict resolution.  Both can seem daunting to take on, but both need to be mastered in order to have a fulfilling life together.  #Managingstress looks different for everyone; it’s not a one-size-fits-all type of thing.  It is highly important to figure out what you can do to bring yourself down off the cliff of stress.  If you fail to figure it out, your stress will bleed onto the rest of the family and make for a difficult living situation (and blended families are hard enough as is lol).  We talk about what we each do to manage the stress in our own lives.  One huge stress reliever is conflict resolution.  How do you resolve conflict amongst your ranks?  If you don’t know the answer right now, you’d better figure it out.  #Conflict is a natural part of any relationship; how we get through it determines the health and sustainability of our kinship.  So often people sweep things under the rug (it’s the easy way out after all).  This is a huge mistake.  When issues are failed to be dealt with, resentments build up and tear people apart.  We lose connection in the midst of unresolved feelings.  Spend some time and effort working things out with the people you love; even if you must agree to disagree, acceptance is a type of resolution.  In blended families there’s a ton of opportunity for conflict; deal with it.  Care enough about the health of your #blendedfamily and your marriage to put in the work to be able to face the hurts, frustrations, and differences of opinions head on.  Give yourselves the opportunity to have the strongest bond possible so you too don’t fall prey to that awful 70% divorce rate amongst blended family statistic.  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience anbecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

In this episode we tackle something everyone in a blended family faces: managing stress and conflict resolution.  Both can seem daunting to take on, but both need to be mastered in order to have a fulfilling life together.  #Managingstress looks different for everyone; it’s not a one-size-fits-all type of thing.  It is highly important to figure out what you can do to bring yourself down off the cliff of stress.  If you fail to figure it out, your stress will bleed onto the rest of the family and make for a difficult living situation (and blended families are hard enough as is lol).  We talk about what we each do to manage the stress in our own lives.  One huge stress reliever is conflict resolution.  How do you resolve conflict amongst your ranks?  If you don’t know the answer right now, you’d better figure it out.  #Conflict is a natural part of any relationship; how we get through it determines the health and sustainability of our kinship.  So often people sweep things under the rug (it’s the easy way out after all).  This is a huge mistake.  When issues are failed to be dealt with, resentments build up and tear people apart.  We lose connection in the midst of unresolved feelings.  Spend some time and effort working things out with the people you love; even if you must agree to disagree, acceptance is a type of resolution.  In blended families there’s a ton of opportunity for conflict; deal with it.  Care enough about the health of your #blendedfamily and your marriage to put in the work to be able to face the hurts, frustrations, and differences of opinions head on.  Give yourselves the opportunity to have the strongest bond possible so you too don’t fall prey to that awful 70% divorce rate amongst blended family statistic.  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience an<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 19: Stress and Conflict Resolution In a Blended Family

This one is a must for all blended families!  What started out as us inviting both of our Mom’s on our Podcast to give advice and discuss #extendedfamily support in a blended life, turned into one of the most beautiful conversations I’ve ever had.  These women did in fact, talk about being extended family of a #blendedfamily and what challenges comes with that, but they also opened up about so much more.  Did you know that divorce effects our parents too?!  Did you know that there’s a delicate balance of loving on your grand kids the way you always have and then making your new step grandkids feel loved too?  Did you know that there’s still residual feelings your parents will always carry for the other biological parent of their grandchildren?!  Did you know that love only grows and is not finite?  Did you ever stop to consider how hard or easy it was for your in-laws to accept you into the family with all of your red flags flying?!  The wisdom these two ladies pour out is phenomenal and we can ALL take away something relevant to our family life, our #parenting style, our step-parenting and our marriages.  What a huge blessing having this conversation documented is; our children are going to be as obsessed as we are!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious familiebecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

This one is a must for all blended families!  What started out as us inviting both of our Mom’s on our Podcast to give advice and discuss #extendedfamily support in a blended life, turned into one of the most beautiful conversations I’ve ever had.  These women did in fact, talk about being extended family of a #blendedfamily and what challenges comes with that, but they also opened up about so much more.  Did you know that divorce effects our parents too?!  Did you know that there’s a delicate balance of loving on your grand kids the way you always have and then making your new step grandkids feel loved too?  Did you know that there’s still residual feelings your parents will always carry for the other biological parent of their grandchildren?!  Did you know that love only grows and is not finite?  Did you ever stop to consider how hard or easy it was for your in-laws to accept you into the family with all of your red flags flying?!  The wisdom these two ladies pour out is phenomenal and we can ALL take away something relevant to our family life, our #parenting style, our step-parenting and our marriages.  What a huge blessing having this conversation documented is; our children are going to be as obsessed as we are!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious familie<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 04: Blended & Extended Family

On this episode we talk about tips and tricks of how to have a successful blended family household.  Imparting wisdom we’ve gained by living this life is what our mission is all about!  We also discuss connecting with your spouse in the midst of the chaos that is living a blended family lifestyle.  A lot of our listeners aren’t married yet, but are dating people with children.  It’s tricky.  There is a lot to consider and learn about the other person before you commit to them and their kids for real.  We discuss some of what our deal breakers were and also why we chose each other.  Many married couples, including us right now, find their marriage getting lost in the kid, and work shuffle.  When this happens, we give practical advice on what to do.  We hope that some of our advice and wisdom is helpful to you, your marriage and your blended family life.  There’s so much to navigate and always consider, it can feel confusing and make you feel lost.  No worries though, we got you!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode we talk about tips and tricks of how to have a successful blended family household.  Imparting wisdom we’ve gained by living this life is what our mission is all about!  We also discuss connecting with your spouse in the midst of the chaos that is living a blended family lifestyle.  A lot of our listeners aren’t married yet, but are dating people with children.  It’s tricky.  There is a lot to consider and learn about the other person before you commit to them and their kids for real.  We discuss some of what our deal breakers were and also why we chose each other.  Many married couples, including us right now, find their marriage getting lost in the kid, and work shuffle.  When this happens, we give practical advice on what to do.  We hope that some of our advice and wisdom is helpful to you, your marriage and your blended family life.  There’s so much to navigate and always consider, it can feel confusing and make you feel lost.  No worries though, we got you!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 17: Tips and Tricks For a Successful Blended Family

Do you and your spouse feel disconnected in your marriage?  What things create distance amongst you and your spouse in your home?  Do you crave intimacy with your husband or wife and are you longing to get on the same page parenting all the children in your home?  Well so do we!  We address some of our pitfalls and discuss things we can to to get our marriage back on track within our blended family.  But before we tackle all that we address a concern of one of our blended life support group member has about her step daughter staying and living in their home post high school.  Needless to say she’s very uncomfortable and sad about this looming potential reality.  We know this is such a huge concern and hot button topic for a lot of blended families.  How should she broach such a touchy topic with her husband?  Should a bio parent be allowed to lay down the law when it comes to their own children without considering their spouse first? How should she deal with the fear she faces having such a potentially explosive conversation?  Should a marriage end because of a difference of opinion in living arrangements concerning adult children?!  Woah; we have so much to say about all that!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Do you and your spouse feel disconnected in your marriage?  What things create distance amongst you and your spouse in your home?  Do you crave intimacy with your husband or wife and are you longing to get on the same page parenting all the children in your home?  Well so do we!  We address some of our pitfalls and discuss things we can to to get our marriage back on track within our blended family.  But before we tackle all that we address a concern of one of our blended life support group member has about her step daughter staying and living in their home post high school.  Needless to say she’s very uncomfortable and sad about this looming potential reality.  We know this is such a huge concern and hot button topic for a lot of blended families.  How should she broach such a touchy topic with her husband?  Should a bio parent be allowed to lay down the law when it comes to their own children without considering their spouse first? How should she deal with the fear she faces having such a potentially explosive conversation?  Should a marriage end because of a difference of opinion in living arrangements concerning adult children?!  Woah; we have so much to say about all that!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 31: Coming Together

We discuss live on today's podcast the struggles of blending a family and how to overcome some of those big changes most of us face when blending our families.  Have you ever faced the challenges a second or third name change may present?  Or how it may effect your kids that someone else now has the same last name as their mother once did or their mom no longer has the same last name they do?  What about moving into a home that was once shared by a first time family where memories were made and now that has all changed.  We discuss how to communicate in these difficult times, see both sides and learn from our mistakes.  After all, marriage does change your relationship and it is up to us to decide if it is for the better or worse. Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

We discuss live on today's podcast the struggles of blending a family and how to overcome some of those big changes most of us face when blending our families.  Have you ever faced the challenges a second or third name change may present?  Or how it may effect your kids that someone else now has the same last name as their mother once did or their mom no longer has the same last name they do?  What about moving into a home that was once shared by a first time family where memories were made and now that has all changed.  We discuss how to communicate in these difficult times, see both sides and learn from our mistakes.  After all, marriage does change your relationship and it is up to us to decide if it is for the better or worse. Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 21: Big Blended Family Changes

 Tonight’s topics include: 1. Coparenting finances: showing up to support your child(ren) financially. 2. What and when to share with your children what is being put out there on social media about THEM by your ex and/or their new spouse. 3. Overcoming fear and anxiety created by a tough coparenting situation. 4. Missing out; the feelings are REAL. 5. His and Hers, but what about “Ours”?! When one spouse wants a child and the other isn’t into the idea. 6. Gratitude and changing our tune. Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Tonight’s topics include: 1. Coparenting finances: showing up to support your child(ren) financially. 2. What and when to share with your children what is being put out there on social media about THEM by your ex and/or their new spouse. 3. Overcoming fear and anxiety created by a tough coparenting situation. 4. Missing out; the feelings are REAL. 5. His and Hers, but what about “Ours”?! When one spouse wants a child and the other isn’t into the idea. 6. Gratitude and changing our tune. Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 34: Co-Parenting Problems

I just can’t win.  Seriously, I can’t, and neither can my spouse.  Most days and discussions lately feel like one losing battle after another (we know you can relate).  But is a marriage really about winning?  Are relationships supposed to be a competition?  Why is connecting so dang difficult?  On this episode we give you an intimate look inside how our conversations tend go sideways and how we completely miss what the other person is trying to say.  We divulge the truth behind our feelings of deflation and disappointment we experience in our marriage and why it’s so difficult to communicate and connect.  If that wasn’t enough we also discuss how disheartening and completely frustrating it can be to have your spouse side-step important conversations with their ex to avoid conflict.  I guess you can’t win or lose if you choose to not engage in the first place.  What’s ironic about this is that by avoiding potential conflict on the periphery (with your ex) you actually tend to create it internally (with your spouse).  Speaking of conflict and feeling like you’ve lost, what to do when your spouse invites unwanted guests for the holidays without discussing it with you first?!  Can you really un-invite the already invited; especially if they are trouble seekers?  Is there a win in the this situation?  Listen to this episode to find out!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamibecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

I just can’t win.  Seriously, I can’t, and neither can my spouse.  Most days and discussions lately feel like one losing battle after another (we know you can relate).  But is a marriage really about winning?  Are relationships supposed to be a competition?  Why is connecting so dang difficult?  On this episode we give you an intimate look inside how our conversations tend go sideways and how we completely miss what the other person is trying to say.  We divulge the truth behind our feelings of deflation and disappointment we experience in our marriage and why it’s so difficult to communicate and connect.  If that wasn’t enough we also discuss how disheartening and completely frustrating it can be to have your spouse side-step important conversations with their ex to avoid conflict.  I guess you can’t win or lose if you choose to not engage in the first place.  What’s ironic about this is that by avoiding potential conflict on the periphery (with your ex) you actually tend to create it internally (with your spouse).  Speaking of conflict and feeling like you’ve lost, what to do when your spouse invites unwanted guests for the holidays without discussing it with you first?!  Can you really un-invite the already invited; especially if they are trouble seekers?  Is there a win in the this situation?  Listen to this episode to find out!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfami<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 25: I Just Can't Win

Feeling out of control is part of blended family life.  Parents, step parents and kids alike all feel this way at some point.  There’s too many variables and moving parts to have your hands in it all; some things are just not within your reach to control.  The reality of this stings more than we like to admit for most of us.  How unnatural is it, after all, to be forced to relinquish influence and control of your minor children part of the time?  It goes against the very essence of parenthood.  In this episode we discuss how to deal when we feel powerless in any aspect of a blended life.  Perspective and acceptance are key to navigating these murky waters.  It also helps to know that feeling this way is normal; no, you are not the only one.  The good news is that you have the power to put the energy used fighting that which you are powerless into things way more worthy of it.  We hope you enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Feeling out of control is part of blended family life.  Parents, step parents and kids alike all feel this way at some point.  There’s too many variables and moving parts to have your hands in it all; some things are just not within your reach to control.  The reality of this stings more than we like to admit for most of us.  How unnatural is it, after all, to be forced to relinquish influence and control of your minor children part of the time?  It goes against the very essence of parenthood.  In this episode we discuss how to deal when we feel powerless in any aspect of a blended life.  Perspective and acceptance are key to navigating these murky waters.  It also helps to know that feeling this way is normal; no, you are not the only one.  The good news is that you have the power to put the energy used fighting that which you are powerless into things way more worthy of it.  We hope you enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 08: Feeling Out Of Control In A Blended Family

We just got back from a little getaway without one of the kids.  Have you ever had to reconsider how you do blended family vacations?  Is it okay to leave someone behind and make memories with different sets of people within your blended family?  Are vacations tough in general to maneuver for you?  How do you set your family up for the best vacation possible? We break it all down for you and discuss how it went our first time out without all the kids in tow.  Blending a family is hard, no doubt, and we all have been stuck wondering how to even blend our families together may times over; it’s no short order.  Coming together as a blended family is all about getting on the same page, but how do you get on the same page with your spouse without overstepping boundaries?  How do you talk to and discipline your step kids without stepping on your spouses toes?  We discuss what we have learned, and are still working on, in that department.  Speaking of boundaries, how do you decided if you should allow your child to not go to their other parent’s home if they don’t want to?  This is so hard!  Does age play a role when deciding to let your kids stay with you instead of going to their other biological parent’s home when they absolutely don’t want to?  And lastly, how do you deal with jealousy and insecurities when your spouses’ past is still displayed on social media?  Should you go down the rabbit hole of logging onto your spouses accounts and digging for information?  EEK, we totally address this one head on!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriendbecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

We just got back from a little getaway without one of the kids.  Have you ever had to reconsider how you do blended family vacations?  Is it okay to leave someone behind and make memories with different sets of people within your blended family?  Are vacations tough in general to maneuver for you?  How do you set your family up for the best vacation possible? We break it all down for you and discuss how it went our first time out without all the kids in tow.  Blending a family is hard, no doubt, and we all have been stuck wondering how to even blend our families together may times over; it’s no short order.  Coming together as a blended family is all about getting on the same page, but how do you get on the same page with your spouse without overstepping boundaries?  How do you talk to and discipline your step kids without stepping on your spouses toes?  We discuss what we have learned, and are still working on, in that department.  Speaking of boundaries, how do you decided if you should allow your child to not go to their other parent’s home if they don’t want to?  This is so hard!  Does age play a role when deciding to let your kids stay with you instead of going to their other biological parent’s home when they absolutely don’t want to?  And lastly, how do you deal with jealousy and insecurities when your spouses’ past is still displayed on social media?  Should you go down the rabbit hole of logging onto your spouses accounts and digging for information?  EEK, we totally address this one head on!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 29: Constructive Criticism

On this episode we have a mixed bag of topics we discuss!  Of course, we dive right into talking about our new year’s resolutions (what we hope for ourselves personally and for our blended family) and what 2020 means to us.  After that we tackle all the things:  Do you ever feel stuck in your blended family trying to please everyone?  What do you do if your spouse is so overwhelmed that they don’t want to come home a the end of the day?  Should you give up hope and trying to connect with your spouse’s ex for the good of the step children if there’s no interest or response?  Is there a one-size fits all approach on how to handle finances when you are blended?  How does one go about change, communication and compromise in a marriage?   Do you let your step kids believe lies that are being put into their heads at the other home?  How do you reconcile the possibility that your future step child(ren) may be poisoned against you before you’ve even had a chance to prove yourself?  We always circle back around to the importance of trusting your partner.  You must know when to be a silent partner and how to actively support him or her without being overbearing or a nag.  Finally we let you know how you can get your blended family featured on our website; so listen for that and contact us if you wish to be considered!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on ibecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode we have a mixed bag of topics we discuss!  Of course, we dive right into talking about our new year’s resolutions (what we hope for ourselves personally and for our blended family) and what 2020 means to us.  After that we tackle all the things:  Do you ever feel stuck in your blended family trying to please everyone?  What do you do if your spouse is so overwhelmed that they don’t want to come home a the end of the day?  Should you give up hope and trying to connect with your spouse’s ex for the good of the step children if there’s no interest or response?  Is there a one-size fits all approach on how to handle finances when you are blended?  How does one go about change, communication and compromise in a marriage?   Do you let your step kids believe lies that are being put into their heads at the other home?  How do you reconcile the possibility that your future step child(ren) may be poisoned against you before you’ve even had a chance to prove yourself?  We always circle back around to the importance of trusting your partner.  You must know when to be a silent partner and how to actively support him or her without being overbearing or a nag.  Finally we let you know how you can get your blended family featured on our website; so listen for that and contact us if you wish to be considered!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on i<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 28: How To Make It Work

WOW.  We covered a lot of ground in this blended life podcast episode.  This week we decided to bring up topics that our viewers and social media followers requested us to discuss.  Like kids, in-laws can really help to dissolve or #strengthenamarriage.  Many couples don't give the proper level of importance, nor pay a proper level of attention, to spouse/in-law relationships before walking down the isle.  We break down why this shouldn't be overlooked or side-stepped.  We talk about how our #inlaws accepted us when we decided to blend our family and how in-laws keeping in contact/friendship with your ex can affect the dynamic of your marriage.  Is it appropriate for your parent to keep in contact with your ex?  Good question!  After we squash that, we dive right into step children and discipline.  Two questions were given to us that we tackle: 1.  What do you do when your spouse (the step parent) disciplines or parents your child in a way you disagree with? and 2.  What do you do when your #stepchild ignores or disrespects you?  We do our best to answer each.  Both very trending topics among step families.  As always we keep it real and don't hold back, which is apparent.  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

WOW.  We covered a lot of ground in this blended life podcast episode.  This week we decided to bring up topics that our viewers and social media followers requested us to discuss.  Like kids, in-laws can really help to dissolve or #strengthenamarriage.  Many couples don't give the proper level of importance, nor pay a proper level of attention, to spouse/in-law relationships before walking down the isle.  We break down why this shouldn't be overlooked or side-stepped.  We talk about how our #inlaws accepted us when we decided to blend our family and how in-laws keeping in contact/friendship with your ex can affect the dynamic of your marriage.  Is it appropriate for your parent to keep in contact with your ex?  Good question!  After we squash that, we dive right into step children and discipline.  Two questions were given to us that we tackle: 1.  What do you do when your spouse (the step parent) disciplines or parents your child in a way you disagree with? and 2.  What do you do when your #stepchild ignores or disrespects you?  We do our best to answer each.  Both very trending topics among step families.  As always we keep it real and don't hold back, which is apparent.  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 14: In-Laws & Step Children Discipline

Blended Family life is hard enough without having to take those once a year holiday photos for your cards am I right?! (Obviously Eric speaking here).... But what should we do if one of the kids does not want to be a part of your festive holiday tradition and memories?  We discuss how to deal with an uncooperative child in the household even if you are not their financial supporter.. Which also leads us down the road to discussion of how we are blending our family finances and paying for the kids we did not create.  So hold on tight as some people can get quite defensive when they get put in the middle of their spouse and biological child.  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Blended Family life is hard enough without having to take those once a year holiday photos for your cards am I right?! (Obviously Eric speaking here).... But what should we do if one of the kids does not want to be a part of your festive holiday tradition and memories?  We discuss how to deal with an uncooperative child in the household even if you are not their financial supporter.. Which also leads us down the road to discussion of how we are blending our family finances and paying for the kids we did not create.  So hold on tight as some people can get quite defensive when they get put in the middle of their spouse and biological child.  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 22: Stuck In The Middle

In this episode we decided to take a beat and discuss situations and answer questions our listeners, and blended life social media followers, have written in about the past couple of weeks.  We start out dealing with #differentparentingstyles and how to not let it affect your marriage (because this is one of those things that can really come between a couple).  Something that most people in a blended family don't consider is that different parenting styles can also cause a wedge between stepparent and stepchild making one or both feel like the don't "connect" with the other.  How can they though when the child is being raised up differently than their stepparent agrees with; naturally there's a pull-back.  It's just something to be mindful of.  Don't lose sight of the bigger picture; the end goal is to keep you marriage in tact because the kids will eventually leave you.  Next we discuss what it is to feel unappreciated and frustrated as a step parent who does all the heavy lifting during the week, while the bio parent in the other home gets to play weekend warrior with the kids.  This is a tough spot to be in for sure, but we have some good advice to help you through the mud if you too are in a situation like this one.  And what about ex-in-laws who try to keep reeling you in even though you are about to marry someone else (who isn't their child)!?!  Yep, this happened on someone and we talk about how to take a stand and create boundaries that protect you and your children from some pretty confusing and potentially upsetting dynamics.  We look at this situation from a few angles and came up with some pretty sound advice for this person.  Then there's the parent who is fed up with the other parent (divorced parents) because they want all the bragging rights, but are doing none of the work.  I think this is something most of us have felt at one point of time in our #divorcedlife...  Oh boy do we get into that.  Lastly we address Holidays and some different options to consider when you are planning out what they will look like in your #blendedfamily.  It can be a very stressful thing to find time to enjoy all the traditions you want to have when the kids are all over the place.  Don't fret, we got you!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory:becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

In this episode we decided to take a beat and discuss situations and answer questions our listeners, and blended life social media followers, have written in about the past couple of weeks.  We start out dealing with #differentparentingstyles and how to not let it affect your marriage (because this is one of those things that can really come between a couple).  Something that most people in a blended family don't consider is that different parenting styles can also cause a wedge between stepparent and stepchild making one or both feel like the don't "connect" with the other.  How can they though when the child is being raised up differently than their stepparent agrees with; naturally there's a pull-back.  It's just something to be mindful of.  Don't lose sight of the bigger picture; the end goal is to keep you marriage in tact because the kids will eventually leave you.  Next we discuss what it is to feel unappreciated and frustrated as a step parent who does all the heavy lifting during the week, while the bio parent in the other home gets to play weekend warrior with the kids.  This is a tough spot to be in for sure, but we have some good advice to help you through the mud if you too are in a situation like this one.  And what about ex-in-laws who try to keep reeling you in even though you are about to marry someone else (who isn't their child)!?!  Yep, this happened on someone and we talk about how to take a stand and create boundaries that protect you and your children from some pretty confusing and potentially upsetting dynamics.  We look at this situation from a few angles and came up with some pretty sound advice for this person.  Then there's the parent who is fed up with the other parent (divorced parents) because they want all the bragging rights, but are doing none of the work.  I think this is something most of us have felt at one point of time in our #divorcedlife...  Oh boy do we get into that.  Lastly we address Holidays and some different options to consider when you are planning out what they will look like in your #blendedfamily.  It can be a very stressful thing to find time to enjoy all the traditions you want to have when the kids are all over the place.  Don't fret, we got you!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory:<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 18: Blended Family Questions Answered

His.  Hers.  Ours.  The kids in a blended family greatly affect how your marriage will be.  The trick is to work on your marriage outside of the kids so that you have a strong enough foundation to weather the storms that will inevitably come as life unfolds.  The greatest thing you can do for your marriage is to communicate effectively in an effort to be on the same page as much as possible.  And when you can’t seem to get on the same page, be willing to accept the things you can’t change.  Agree to disagree.  It’s perfectly fine hold different perspectives as long as you respect one another.  In this podcast we discuss it all, and even find ourselves wanting more time because there’s so much to say on the subject.  It’s important you protect your marriage in all areas of your life so that your blended family has a strong corner stone; you will need it.  And when you feel unevenly yoked with your spouse because there’s been a power transfer in regards to the children, again, work it out, accept what you can’t control, but don’t continue to fight a losing battle or you may find one day you lose your marriage.  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

His.  Hers.  Ours.  The kids in a blended family greatly affect how your marriage will be.  The trick is to work on your marriage outside of the kids so that you have a strong enough foundation to weather the storms that will inevitably come as life unfolds.  The greatest thing you can do for your marriage is to communicate effectively in an effort to be on the same page as much as possible.  And when you can’t seem to get on the same page, be willing to accept the things you can’t change.  Agree to disagree.  It’s perfectly fine hold different perspectives as long as you respect one another.  In this podcast we discuss it all, and even find ourselves wanting more time because there’s so much to say on the subject.  It’s important you protect your marriage in all areas of your life so that your blended family has a strong corner stone; you will need it.  And when you feel unevenly yoked with your spouse because there’s been a power transfer in regards to the children, again, work it out, accept what you can’t control, but don’t continue to fight a losing battle or you may find one day you lose your marriage.  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 09: Marriage in a Blended Family

For the first time ever, on this episode have one of our kids on our podcast (you’ll have to tune in to find out who)! They dish out all their opinions and advice on the following: Should kids tattle on one another?, What is the hardest part of being a kid in a blended family? What is the best part of being a part of blended families? Where should parents take their kids to first meet each other when early into blended a family? What is fair when it comes to "gifting" between siblings and step siblings? Should kids be allowed to take their stuff back and forth between households? Plus so much more! If you like corny jokes, well then you will love this episode as some knee slapper get told! Lastly we reveal how you can get your blended family featured on our website, so listen for that! Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

For the first time ever, on this episode have one of our kids on our podcast (you’ll have to tune in to find out who)! They dish out all their opinions and advice on the following: Should kids tattle on one another?, What is the hardest part of being a kid in a blended family? What is the best part of being a part of blended families? Where should parents take their kids to first meet each other when early into blended a family? What is fair when it comes to "gifting" between siblings and step siblings? Should kids be allowed to take their stuff back and forth between households? Plus so much more! If you like corny jokes, well then you will love this episode as some knee slapper get told! Lastly we reveal how you can get your blended family featured on our website, so listen for that! Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 27:  Blended Family Kid Advice

 Tonight’s topics include: 1. How to tell your spouse his or her child(ren) are annoying you. 2. How to balance trying to teach the kids in your home life skills without the feeling that you’re nagging them? The struggle is real between the parent who doesn’t want to nag and the step parent who wants things a certain way. 3. What do you do when one #parent refuses to do their part in schoolwork during the Corona virus/ #homeschool situation? 4. The pros and cons of having the same #custody schedule for both sets of kids. 5. Easter COVID-19 2020 🎧 We would love your topic suggestions or questions for future podcasts! Please message us with anything you’ve got. Chances are if you are dealing with an issue, so are the rest of us! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Tonight’s topics include: 1. How to tell your spouse his or her child(ren) are annoying you. 2. How to balance trying to teach the kids in your home life skills without the feeling that you’re nagging them? The struggle is real between the parent who doesn’t want to nag and the step parent who wants things a certain way. 3. What do you do when one #parent refuses to do their part in schoolwork during the Corona virus/ #homeschool situation? 4. The pros and cons of having the same #custody schedule for both sets of kids. 5. Easter COVID-19 2020 🎧 We would love your topic suggestions or questions for future podcasts! Please message us with anything you’ve got. Chances are if you are dealing with an issue, so are the rest of us! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 42: Tough Conversations

Life is all about balance, or so they say.  Balancing life in a #blendedfamily, however, is on a whole other level.  We sat down to have a real conversation about just some of the things our blended family has got going on and how we cope.  Some days and weeks we have no idea how on Earth we are going to be able to keep up with everything and everyone, let alone be able to tend to our marriage, embrace #extendedfamilies and even fit in some self care (remember you can not pour from an empty cup).  Both of us walked away from the mics with a lot more to say on the subject (but who’s going to watch a 5 hour video podcast 😂).  When we think about balance, another word often comes to mind and that is #fairnessinafamily.  How do we balance life so everything’s fair (especially with his and hers kids in the home).  While we are in the thick of this life and still learning as we go, I believe we’ve found a solid answer to this very question; it’s all about adjusting your perspective on what is both fair and balanced.  We all get so caught up in words and their meanings that we lose sight of a much bigger picture.  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Life is all about balance, or so they say.  Balancing life in a #blendedfamily, however, is on a whole other level.  We sat down to have a real conversation about just some of the things our blended family has got going on and how we cope.  Some days and weeks we have no idea how on Earth we are going to be able to keep up with everything and everyone, let alone be able to tend to our marriage, embrace #extendedfamilies and even fit in some self care (remember you can not pour from an empty cup).  Both of us walked away from the mics with a lot more to say on the subject (but who’s going to watch a 5 hour video podcast 😂).  When we think about balance, another word often comes to mind and that is #fairnessinafamily.  How do we balance life so everything’s fair (especially with his and hers kids in the home).  While we are in the thick of this life and still learning as we go, I believe we’ve found a solid answer to this very question; it’s all about adjusting your perspective on what is both fair and balanced.  We all get so caught up in words and their meanings that we lose sight of a much bigger picture.  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 05: Balancing of a Blended Family

 Tonight’s episode will include the following discussions: 1. What’s in a name? How do you handle it when your spouse accidentally calls you by their exes’ name? 2. What do you do when you and your spouse are not in the same place at the same time mentally and emotionally? (We have a listener ask for advice about this very thing when it comes to getting married). 3. What are financial expectations and responsibilities for kiddos that aren’t biologically yours? 4. Should you reconsider #remarriage if your child(ren) don’t like your fiancé? What if they threaten to no longer live with you? 5. FaceTiming with your kids when they are away at their other parent’s home...seeing inside the other home or having the inside of your home seen; good idea or breach of privacy? 6. Gratitude; retraining and rewiring our brains. 🎧 As always, if there’s a topic or question you’d like us to discuss, message or email us! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Tonight’s episode will include the following discussions: 1. What’s in a name? How do you handle it when your spouse accidentally calls you by their exes’ name? 2. What do you do when you and your spouse are not in the same place at the same time mentally and emotionally? (We have a listener ask for advice about this very thing when it comes to getting married). 3. What are financial expectations and responsibilities for kiddos that aren’t biologically yours? 4. Should you reconsider #remarriage if your child(ren) don’t like your fiancé? What if they threaten to no longer live with you? 5. FaceTiming with your kids when they are away at their other parent’s home...seeing inside the other home or having the inside of your home seen; good idea or breach of privacy? 6. Gratitude; retraining and rewiring our brains. 🎧 As always, if there’s a topic or question you’d like us to discuss, message or email us! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 32: Things To Consider

Buckle up because on this episode of our #blendedlife podcast we talk about #stepparent expectations…..for the first time as a couple…on air and with cameras rolling!  May I recommend having this conversation in the beginning and not while being recorded LOL!  Being a step parent is not for the weak, that’s for sure.  It is very necessary to sit down with your spouse, if there are #stepchildren involved, and discuss what your expectations are for the step parent of the family.  Husband and wife need to be on the same page about the roles in the household so that the parent and step parent both feel supported, heard and understood.  The more you can pave the road you are on with a mutual understanding about how you expect your household to be run, the smoother the ride will be.  Do not forgo this conversation to avoid conflict!  Enjoy!Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

Buckle up because on this episode of our #blendedlife podcast we talk about #stepparent expectations…..for the first time as a couple…on air and with cameras rolling!  May I recommend having this conversation in the beginning and not while being recorded LOL!  Being a step parent is not for the weak, that’s for sure.  It is very necessary to sit down with your spouse, if there are #stepchildren involved, and discuss what your expectations are for the step parent of the family.  Husband and wife need to be on the same page about the roles in the household so that the parent and step parent both feel supported, heard and understood.  The more you can pave the road you are on with a mutual understanding about how you expect your household to be run, the smoother the ride will be.  Do not forgo this conversation to avoid conflict!  Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time around (in a #blendedfamily many lives depend on it). Together we can avoid costly mistakes that will end in the demise of our precious families.   -Blended Life <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP .03: Step Parenting Expectations

 On this episode of #BlendedLife we talk about #blendedfamily separation; living apart but #stayingmarried (is that even an option?!). It's more common than you'd think. How does a blended family married couple get to this place you may wonder; easily! What are the ramifications of separating and yet keeping your marriage in tact on paper (because that's all it would be at this point)? How do you, or even how can you, come back when trust is broken? What does choosing to live apart teach the kids that are watching? What advice do we have about feeling like you can't say or do anything right when your marriage is crumbling before your eyes? And most importantly, what do you do when your husband blocks you from Facebook in the midst of all this? There's certainly a lot to unpack here as we dive into these deep waters. When that finally wraps up, we end things with a discussion about step parenting when you are living in the shadow of the bio parent. How do you survive in a blended family where you feel not good enough? What do you do when you are always compared to your counter part bio parent and you feel you always come up short? How do you cope when your step children are hurting and acting out because of the death of their parent and are taking it all out on you? Talk about feeling helpless, disheartened and alone. We have some ideas to help you through. Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you!  Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=sharePurchase Color Street Now: https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/ Facebook Blended Family Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513 Blended Life website: https://www.theblendedlife.net/Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife Listen to our podcast on your favorite app!Podcast Directory: https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/ Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; PodfriendOur Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time abecomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! becomingheardnow@gmail.comBlended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!Support the show

On this episode of #BlendedLife we talk about #blendedfamily separation; living apart but #stayingmarried (is that even an option?!). It's more common than you'd think. How does a blended family married couple get to this place you may wonder; easily! What are the ramifications of separating and yet keeping your marriage in tact on paper (because that's all it would be at this point)? How do you, or even how can you, come back when trust is broken? What does choosing to live apart teach the kids that are watching? What advice do we have about feeling like you can't say or do anything right when your marriage is crumbling before your eyes? And most importantly, what do you do when your husband blocks you from Facebook in the midst of all this? There's certainly a lot to unpack here as we dive into these deep waters. When that finally wraps up, we end things with a discussion about step parenting when you are living in the shadow of the bio parent. How do you survive in a blended family where you feel not good enough? What do you do when you are always compared to your counter part bio parent and you feel you always come up short? How do you cope when your step children are hurting and acting out because of the death of their parent and are taking it all out on you? Talk about feeling helpless, disheartened and alone. We have some ideas to help you through. Enjoy! Connect with us! We would love to hear from you! Julie’s Fabulous VIP Color Street Nail Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/juliesfabvip/?ref=share</a>Purchase Color Street Now: <a href="https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorstreet.com/JulieStolz</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blended_life/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/theblendedlifeofficial/</a> Facebook Blended Family Support Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/285159338709513</a> Blended Life website: <a href="https://www.theblendedlife.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblendedlife.net/</a> Email us: theblendedlifeorg@gmail.com Watch our Podcast live every week right here on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedLife</a> Listen to our podcast on your favorite app! Podcast Directory: <a href="https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blendedlife.buzzsprout.com/</a> Listen to us on your favorite Podcast Apps: Apple music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addiction, Podchaser, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Listen Notes, Player FM, Podcast Intex, Overcast, Castro, Castbox &amp; Podfriend Our Purpose: Why is talking about blended families and life in general important? Because we believe that we can do better than what statistics say about second marriages lasting, about blending families making it, that’s why! A 70% divorce rate statistic for remarriages with children is simply unacceptable! Spreading life lessons, passing along wisdom gained from experience and bringing to light what is often happily left in the dark to hide, is how we all can learn to be better, to do better the second time a<a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today! <a href="mailto:becomingheardnow@gmail.com">becomingheardnow@gmail.com</a> Blended Family Life and Health Coaching. Coach Julie provides structure, accountability and support so that you can get unstuck and become the highest version of yourself possible. Become EMPOWERED through total transformation! Claim your FREE Discovery Session today!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Blended Life EP. 35: Blended Family Chaos

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