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May 23, 2024 8 mins

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Welcome back to another episode of the Synergistic Stepparenting podcast! I’m Maria Natapov, your guide on this journey to creating a harmonious and joyful blended family. Have you ever dealt with co-parenting fear and comparison in your blended family role? 

Imagine this: you start your day feeling the weight of all your responsibilities. You worry about how your stepchildren will react to your guidance, how to navigate the tension with your ex-spouse, and how to keep your family united. You fear not being accepted or loved by your stepchildren, and you’re constantly second-guessing your every move.

The tension doesn’t stop there. You’re also dealing with misunderstandings and conflicts with your partner’s ex. Every interaction feels like walking a tightrope, trying to avoid conflict but somehow stepping into it with every move you make. It feels like no matter what you do, you can't seem to do anything right.

Does this sound familiar? Are you struggling to connect with your stepkids while feeling the constant strain of dealing with their other biological parent? Do you feel like you’re always walking on eggshells, trying to avoid conflicts and keep the peace, yet somehow causing more friction?

If you’re nodding along, then today’s episode is for you. Find the show notes for this episode at https://SynergisticStepparenting.com/98.

Covered Topics:
- The Blended Family Possibilities
- Understanding Your Struggleswith Co-Parenting Fear and Comparison
- The Power of Letting Go of Co-Parenting Comparison
         - 3 Steps for letting go of Comparison
- Letting Go of Co-Parenting Fears
         - 4 Steps for letting go of Fear
- Making Real Connections in Your Blended Family

Creating a blended family that feels united and loving is possible. It starts with understanding, empathy, and letting go of the need to control everything.

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Think about the relief of having practical, step-by-step guidance to create a nurturing and harmonious environment for your blended family. Take the first step by grabbing your copy of Family Fusion, 6 Steps to Collaborative Co-Parenting ASAP.

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