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Blended Family Breakthrough

Blended Family Breakthrough

De: Mike & Kim Anderson
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We're Mike and Kim Anderson and we believe in a world where blended families experience a future full of hope, connection, and peace. That's why we focus on helping couples in stepfamilies move from a place of confusion and conflict to a life of confidence and connection. Thanks for joining us to discover how you can live the blended family life you really want!

If you've been following us for a while — yes, we recently changed the podcast name from "The Blended Family Coaching Show" to "Blended Family Breakthrough". Thanks for noticing!

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Ciencias Sociales Crianza y Familias Relaciones
Episodios
  • 215. Does Your Relationship Feel Hopeless? Why Giving Up Might Not Be the Answer
    Jul 22 2025

    In this important episode, we’re talking to the spouse who feels stuck, discouraged, or even ready to throw in the towel. We get it. We’ve been there too.

    We’re diving into a powerful resource: Dr. Gary Chapman’s book, Loving Your Spouse When You Feel Like Walking Away. We’ll unpack four painful myths that keep couples stuck and explore six powerful “realities” that can spark real change, starting with you. And yes, we’re sharing our own story of how we nearly gave up, what we did instead, and why we’re so thankful we didn’t walk away.

    Whether you’re barely hanging on or just in a tough season, this episode is filled with vulnerability, truth, encouragement, and hope. We hope you know you’re not alone, and there is a path forward.

    You'll Discover:

    • Four common myths that keep couples stuck, feeling hopeless in their relationship
    • Six powerful realities that can shift your mindset and help you move forward
    • Why shifting your own attitudes and actions is the key to influencing your relationship
    • How “reality living” helped us break destructive patterns in our marriage
    • The difference between giving up and letting go with peace and clarity

    Resources from this Episode:

    • Loving Your Spouse When You Feel Like Walking Away by Gary Chapman
    • Episode 138. How Relational Dysfunction Plagued Our Marriage and How We Finally Broke Free
    • Episode 202. How to Break Free From Painful Cycles and Enjoy Deeper Levels of Intimacy [with Ron and Nan Deal]
    • Episode 200. A Heart-to-Heart Conversation Exploring the Secrets to Lasting Love
    • Episode 190. Where can you turn for help? Understand the Difference Between Counseling and Coaching
    • Episode 65. 6 Simple Steps for Inviting Your Spouse to Get Help with You
    • Episode 147. Do Sensitive Conversations End Up Creating Conflict in Your Relationship?
    • Episode 139. The Most Common, Challenging Pain Point Every Blended Couple Experiences (The Stranded Stranger & Trapped Teammate Dynamic)
    • Episode 120. 3 Valuable Lessons That Saved Our Marriage and Blended Family
    • Episode 101. Are you overwhelmed because your marriage feels like too much work? (Part 1 of 2)
    • Episode 51. Overcoming Discouragement (Part 1 of 3)

    Ready for some extra support?

    We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us 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

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

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    42 m
  • Simple Step: Empowered Parenting
    Jul 15 2025

    Resources

    Episode 214. Does Permissive Parenting Help or Hurt? Discover How to Know and Grow

    Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman

    Love and Logic Parenting Method - Love and Logic is a research-driven, whole-child philosophy founded in 1977. This authoritative approach is used by parents and leading educators worldwide.

    Episode 184. The Heart of Motherhood: Navigating Messy Moments with Empathy and Love

    Episode 187. Basics for Blending: How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress (Part 1 of 2)

    Episode 205. 4 Facets of Parenting: What Bio Parents Need to Know to Achieve Best Outcomes (Part 2 of 2)

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

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

    Episode 124. How to Effectively Parent Through Each Stage of Development - And Reduce Painful Interactions (Part 1 of 2)

    Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question

    Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know!

    We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/share

    Ready for some extra support?

    We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us 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://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/free-call

    Subscribe or Follow the Show

    Are you subscribed or following the podcast yet? If not, we want to encourage you do that today so you don't miss a single episode.

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    Leave a Review in Apple Podcasts

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    9 m
  • 214. Does Permissive Parenting Help or Hurt? Discover How to Know and Grow
    Jul 8 2025

    In this episode, we're getting real about something that so many blended family parents struggle with: permissive parenting driven by guilt, fear, or insecurity.

    Kim opens up about her personal journey as a single mom, how her guilt and fear led her to parent from a place of pity, and how that impacted her daughter, Annika.

    We’re also diving into the difference between pity and empathy and how embracing authoritative parenting—rooted in love and limits—can shift everything for your family.

    Whether you're a parent stuck in emotional reactivity or a stepparent struggling to support your spouse, this episode is packed with encouragement, practical insight, and next steps to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

    You'll Discover:

    • The surprising ways guilt, fear, and insecurity can lead to permissive parenting and the negative impact on kids
    • How pity and empathy differ and why it matters for your child’s development
    • What authoritative parenting looks like and why it's the most healthy and effective style
    • Real-life examples of how blended family dynamics impact parenting decisions and often create stress
    • How to begin shifting your mindset and reclaiming your parental authority so that you can be the kind of leader your kids really need

    Resources from this Episode:

    • CLICK HERE to continue learning and growing in your parenting journey
    • Parenting Style Quiz: What's Your Parenting Style?
    • Episode 99. 3 Tips to Help You Move Beyond Painful Guilt and Regret
    • Episode 179. Conquer Fear and Embrace Your Blend with Confidence and Clarity
    • Episode 180. Break Free from Guilt and Blend with Authenticity and Security
    • Episode 209. Breaking Free from Self-Doubt: 5 Habits to Build Confidence and Trust in Yourself
    • Episode 189. Bring Hope to the Realities of Grief: A Path to Understanding and Healing [with Krista St-Germain]
    • Building Love Together in Blended Families by Ron Deal & Gary Chapman

    Ready for some extra support?

    We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us 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

    Subscribe or Follow the Show

    Are you subscribed or following the podcast yet? If not, do that today so you don't miss a single episode.

    Click here to subscribe in Apple Podcasts

    Click here to follow on Spotify

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

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    38 m
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