“I” statements are a key part of healthy communication and conflict resolution in relationships. They help us avoid blame and enable us to take responsibility for our thoughts and feelings, especially when working through conflict within our relationships. Make an
Conflict Can Strengthen Relationships
Try to maintain a growth mindset when experiencing conflict in your relationships! Conflict can help strengthen your relationships and deepen the bond between you and your loved ones.
Your Relationships Deserve to Be a Priority
Your relationships deserve to be a priority! It’s important to be intentional about putting time, energy, and care into building stronger, healthier relationships with your loved ones. How can you make your relationships a priority today?
Be Patient & Manage Your Expectations
Joining families takes time, so it is important to be patient and manage your expectations. Your kids might not be fully adjusted and on board right away, and that’s okay. It’s normal for kids to feel uneasy or uncertain during
Set Aside Time to Unite Your Family
Bonding as a family takes time and effort, so it’s important to set aside time to spend together, helping you build connections and nurture relationships! This doesn’t have to look like carving out large chunks of time or planning big
Work Towards Successful Co-parenting
An important part of promoting stability and structure during the big transition of forming a blended family, is to continue to engage in positive co-parenting with your ex-partner if they are a part of you and your children’s lives. Your
Healthy Blended Families: Series Intro
A blended family forms when two people make a life together with the children from their previous relationships. Blended families create an opportunity for deep and meaningful connections between all family members; however, it may take some time for
The Gift of Self-Care
Though spending time with our family during the holidays can create special and lasting memories, it can also be draining, especially with the many things we often have to juggle. We encourage you to take a break from entertaining, decorating,
Grace & Gratitude
Holiday stress and difficult family dynamics can make it hard for us to practice gratitude and give one another grace. It can be easy to get wrapped up in chaos and conflict and lose sight of joy and love during
Clear Boundaries
Spending the holidays with family allows us to connect with people we may not get to see often and build deeper relationships with loved ones. However, it also means navigating difficult conversations and tricky relationships. We may have family members