Resources:

Episode 193. The Advantage of Learning The Basics BEFORE You Blend

CLICK HERE to receive a curated podcast list to help you learn the Basics of Blending

Episode 109. Preparing to Blend: The Couples Guide to Becoming a Smart Stepfamily [with Ron Deal]

Book by Ron Deal: Preparing to Blend: The Couple's Guide to Becoming a Smart Stepfamily

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Most of us start off on the blending journey with some ambiguity about how to deal with the complex dynamics that will come as families merge.

It usually doesn't take long before you're blindsided by the reality that there's SO MUCH MORE to blending than first anticipated. Feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and disappointment might hit and you realize you're not as prepared as you thought.

If you're seriously dating, contemplating marriage, engaged, newly married or getting ready to merge and move everyone under one roof — or if you've been on your blended journey for a while and you just need to get back to the basics…

…this episode is for you!

Discover in ADVANCE what you can do to prepare for your blend and avoid the common "easy wrong turns" that often create confusion, resentment, tension, conflict, and disconnection in blended families.

Hop into this episode to learn best practices, helpful strategies, and understand the basics of blending so that you can set your family up for the best possible experience!

You'll Discover:

• The advantage of preparing in ADVANCE for blended family life
• Basics for blending that build a healthy foundation so that everyone in your home can experience the best possible outcomes
• How to avoid the 'easy wrong turns' that lead to confusion, resentment, relational tension, painful conflict, and disconnection for blended families

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• CLICK HERE to receive a curated list of episodes that take a deeper dive into today's A.D.V.A.N.C.E. topics
• Book: Crucial Conversations - Tools for Talking When Stakes are High
• Join our Blending Together Community

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We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home. Schedule your free call here: https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession

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Resources:

Episode 172. 2 Key Elements to Resolve Your Parenting Style Differences - And Get United

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Are you ready to join the Blending Together Community? Click this link: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/blendingtogether