Blended Life - A Blended Family Podcast

Step Parenting Red FlagsOn this episode of Blended Life, we break down three of our listener's step parenting experiences and give them our perspective on how to move forward.  From different parenting styles to defining your role and taking responsibility for your choices in what you allow and take on, we push and challenge these three individuals (and hopefully you too) to recognize the red flags of step parenting and do something about it!  We hope this discussion inspires you to feel empowered and to seek out support if you need it.  Step parenting is hard and often renders its participants powerless, frustrated and confused; hopefully we've spoken into this enough this episode to get you thinking differently.  This is our final episode of 2023, and so, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.  May you be blessed; we want the best for every blended family out there.  We'll see you all on the flip side in 2024!  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

Cultivating Peace in Your Blended FamilyOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss all things PEACE, tis the season after all!  You will learn the three habits of a PEACE MAKER and how each habit cultivates freedom from conflict and judgment so you can experience the connection and calm you seek in your blended family.  In order to cultivate peace, you must change. The idea of change can create fear in relationships, and so we break that down a bit and hopefully make it less scary.  Lastly we discuss the top four disruptors of peace in blended families so that you can be aware and on guard when they pop up in yours!  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

Two Homes, One Love: Navigating the Coparenting JourneyOn this episode of Blended Life, we answer three of our listeners questions: 1.  How do you deal with secrets in a blended family when one household keeps things from the other?  What about dealing with the stress of knowing information as the step parent that both bio parents are keeping from their children?2.  How do you as the new spouse get to be okay with your husband's ex being absolutely cruel to him when he won't even try your advice to stop it?3.  How do you handle it when your partner agrees to have scheduled time together with you and then allows their child to hijack that time to connect?These are big topics that center all around the need to be understood.  We hope you enjoy this episode!  Comment below and let us know one thing you took away from our perspectives addressing these issues. 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

Holiday Boundaries and Fairness in a Blended FamilyOn this episode of Blended Life you will hear Eric and Julie discuss boundaries that may need to be created to create a positive experience during the holiday season.  The point of boundaries is to protect; in this case we focus on protecting the well-being of the family and also each individual person in it.  We hope that this episode will spark meaningful conversation between you and your spouse to set your marriage and family up for success during this busy and chaotic time of year.  Before we dive into all that, we answer a listener's email seeking advice on step parenting and finding fairness in discipline and respect.  Eric gives really good perspective on time and Julie takes on the topic of fairness and how you may come about it in a non-traditional way.  We hope you enjoy this episode and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!  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

Creating Emotional Connections in your Blended FamilyOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss emotional connections in your blended family.  Whether you are newly blended, feeling stale or stagnant in your mature blended family, or trying to prepare yourselves for the upcoming holidays, this episode has something for everyone.  You will hear Julie's #1 piece of relationship advice and enjoy Eric's humor that he brings to a serious topic.  Expect the following questions to be addressed: Why is emotional connection important in relationships?, What is the biggest mistake people make when trying to emotionally connect?, and How do you cultivate healthy emotional connections? We hope you find this episode helpful.  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 you get a peek into our story as we look back on how we came together blending our family and moving forward. We begin the episode discussing Halloween and how it made us realize we are in a whole new season of life when it comes to celebrating the holidays. You'll hear us begin to talk about how we plan to navigate this upcoming holiday season now that our kids are all teens and young adults (living away from home). Once the holidays have been tackled, Eric discusses how he knew he was ready to remarry, introduce the kids to one another and move in. He also shares what he would tell someone who is ready to throw in the towel and leave their #blendedfamily. You'll hear both Eric and Julie explore what they each wish they would have done differently on their blended family journey as well as what they feel is the best part of this #lifeexperience and what they are most proud of. The pod ends with the #biggestlessons they have learned so far in their blended family life together. This is a favorite episode of ours, may you be blessed by 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 it's parents vs kids as Eric and Julie answer and address some of their listeners questions and suggested topics.  You'll hear us discuss how to set boundaries with your step kids.  We address the topics of secrets and privacy in  a blended family and answer what to do when there's no "break" from the kids as a full-time blended family.   Lastly we speak to how to handle a stepchild who hates you in a newly blended family situation.  Parents take heart, you've got this!  Blended Life is tough, but you must be tougher, resilient, and willing to think outside the box to find your way through.  Yes you can!  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

 Grace Filled Step Parenting With Laurie Short You are in for a treat! On this episode of #BlendedLife Julie interviews the author of 'Grace Filled Step Parenting', Laurie Short. Laurie shares her journey to penning this book as well as her journey to becoming a #StepMom. She explains why this book isn't just for step parents and the hope she has for everyone who reads it. Laurie and Julie get candid about the struggles of step parenthood and discuss how you can get through them successfully. You will be uplifted, encouraged and motivated to not give up after listening to this episode. We both hope you enjoy! Go pick up your copy of Grace Filled #StepParenting today if you are any type of parent in a blended family! 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

 Therapy and Blended Families Part 2 On this episode Gina Nicola, LMFT, is back on the pod alongside Julie to discuss blended family marriage and marriage therapy. She discusses the main struggles she sees in the blended family home between the adults and how marriages can overcome them. You will also learn what the point of marriage therapy is, how it can help marriages thrive, and why people quit before the work is done. If you have ever been curious about therapy, marriage counseling or why it worked or didn't work for you, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 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

Therapy and Blended Families Part 1On this episode of Blended Life Julie welcomes back Gina Nicola to the pod!  Gina Nicola isn't just an Ordained Pastor in the Nazarene Church, she is also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Gina and Julie get candid about therapy.  Gina explains her journey to becoming a therapist and helps us all understand what the goal of a therapy journey actually is.  You will also hear Gina speak on behalf of kids and teens in blended families as she has worked many, many years with them helping them understand and work through their struggles.  If you have kids of ANY age who are part of a blended family in your life, this is an episode you don't want to miss!  Be on the lookout for part 2 next week where Julie and Gina dive into marriage therapy and navigating marriage in a blended family.  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

Lies About Blended Family LifeOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss the lies we tell ourselves and believe about being a part of a blended family.  This is such an important conversation because lies turn into beliefs, and our beliefs determine our experience.  If we choose to believe the lies, we will actually experience them!  Eric and Julie give examples of some of the most common lies that people in blended families buy into and how you can go about changing all this so you can find peace.  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

 Pastor's Take On Divorce and Blended FamiliesOn this episode of Blended Life you will meet a very special woman in our lives, #Pastor Gina Nicola!  You will hear her story and road to becoming an ordained pastor in the #nazarene church.  She shares her own struggles wearing all the hats: Wife, Mom, Therapist, and now Pastor and how she has been able to stay true to her calling through all the judgement of being a woman in a traditionally male role in the church body.  We wanted you all to get to know her heart first, before diving into God and #blendedfamilies  which comes next.  Pastor Gina and Coach Julie discuss divorce from a church/God perspective.  You will hear both women talk about how the church deals with blended families and what may need to change in order to be more sensitive to them.  Pastor Gina rounds out this episode encouraging those who feel hurt by the church how they can move forward.  This is a really interesting and riveting episode; one you won't want to miss!  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

Back To School and Life Lessons for Blended FamiliesOn this episode of #BlendedLife we discuss a variety of topics.  As summer is winding down Julie shares her reflections of what the past three months of #blendedfamily life has taught her.  Eric discusses his views on marriage, roles in the family and his thoughts on different #parenting styles in the home.  We begin the episode discussing the new school year with one being home schooled, one headed off to college, one finishing up junior high and one living out of state; we have kids everywhere lol.  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 #blendedfamily Life we answer a few of our step parent listeners' questions. Step parenting can be difficult in even the best of circumstances, so what do you do when things are less than ideal? You'll hear our advice on managing a bio mom's toxic and destructive behavior and #communication tactics. Next, you'll get our thoughts on how to handle a difficult pre-teen with an absent bio mom as well as what you can do when your #stepchildren are being raised up with different religious views in their other home. Finally, we discuss if we can come back from a broken #relationship with a step child. Lot's of good stuff! 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!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! 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!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! 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 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

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

 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

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

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

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 & 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

Love Is The ProblemOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss love and how it's actually the problem in our blended families.  What is love when we take emotion, romance and idealistic worldly lenses away?  How can letting love replace all the hurt, anger, fear and disappointment we carry around change things for us in our blended families?  How do we love one another practically?  You will get all the answers and then some.  Love never ends.  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 AdviceOn this episode of Blended Life we break down our top pieces of advice and words of wisdom we wish we would have been told when blending our family.  We discuss what we feel it takes to make it through the daily grind and business of blended family life to the other side where the house is empty of kids and you are left to enjoy married life alone, maybe for the first time since coming together.  You can make it, you can be at peace, you can succeed in your blended family (whatever that may look like for you).  We'd also love to know advice you'd give to people in blended families, so please feel free to comment or send your thoughts in.  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 about their #blendedfamily life. We discuss fairness when it comes to finances, changing our significant other and children believing lies fed to them by their other parent. Brainwashing, finances and finding a #balance in your blended family is something most of us have struggled with; we hope to give you some insight and #inspiration to see beyond your own short lens so that you make choices that serve everyone well in the long run. We will be making this a monthly thing, so please send in questions or topics you'd like to hear us discuss on the pod. 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

Overcome stress in your blended family!  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss the "S" word: STRESS!  It's a naughty word that wreaks havoc on our well-being and thus the well-being of our blended family.  We may not be able to control the stress that comes our way, but we certainly can decide what to do with it once it's in our courts.  Learn how to manage and let go of the stress that doesn't serve you well, especially when the source is beyond your control.  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 Boundaries are the scaffolding of how we relate to one another in our home and in our various relationships.  Boundaries can be used for good when they protect well-being, or for bad when they are used to control others.  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss what boundaries are, their purpose, how to create them and the consequences of not doing so (or having flimsy boundaries).  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

Lead with purpose in your blended family!  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss how you can keep yourself in check, and get what you want, by owning your purpose in all you do.  We explore what purpose is, how you can define it for yourself and your blended family, and why it is important to discover it.  Totally on brand for the month of January, this discussion will inspire, encourage and motivate you to set intentions and goals so you know where you are going in your blended family journey.  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

Growing up in your blended family is a journey of leveling up personally for the good of the whole!  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss Julie's "word of the year", maturity, and how it applies to better blended family living.  You will get to witness a first time discussion between Eric and Julie around what's recognized as needed to mature in each of them and in their marriage; it's pretty raw.  We would love for you to comment below with your word of the year!  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

Be Balanced In Your Blended Family!  On this first podcast of 2023, we couldn't think of a better topic to discuss than balance.  Being balanced brings so many benefits individually and to the whole; it's a worth while journey to go on.  As with most things, if you want a better life experience, it begins with you.  As a bonus, Julie opens up about a journey she's recently been on to balance herself that she believes will help anyone who desires a higher quality of life for themselves and thus their family.  Remember, if you want things to change, you have to show up differently.  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

 Letting go of offense in your blended family is necessary if you want to experience unity in your blended life. On this episode of Blended Life we talk about being offended and what you can do about it. Are you even part of a blended family if you aren't offended at some point?! Offense comes at us in all directions; from our spouse, coparent, child, step child, extended family, friends, church leaders, etc. Even though you may not be able to escape the resentment or annoyance as the result of a perceived insult, you can choose what do with it once you have become offended. 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

The Blessings Of A Blended Family are REAL!  Just in time for Thanksgiving, we explore the many positives of blended family life.  It may seem that it's hard AF, and yes, while that may be true, it's also true that there's a lot of good as well, for everyone.  Join us in a discussion of the power of focusing on gratitude versus dwelling on the negative.  Changing your mindset will change your experience.  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! 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 children need to feel safe in your blended family.  On this episode of Blended Life it's all about the children and what they need to feel safe in your home.  When a child(ren) feels safe, the family unit feels more natural and blended.  This requires taking inventory of how you, the adult, are promoting a culture of safety amongst the children in your home.  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

The Power Of Step Parenting Is Real!  Yes, you read that correctly!  Step Parenting is a powerful thing; you affect the entire family simply in your presence alone (never mind everything else you decide to do or don't do in that role).  The truth is that even if you can't see it, or don't believe it, you are harnessing a specific power no other person holds in your blended family when you choose to step into a step parent role.  On this episode of Blended Life we explore the power of step parenting and how you can own it in a very real way!  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

Overcoming power struggles in your blended family is possible, if you both want it!  The truth is that some people enjoy conflict and others, it's simply how they have been taught to connect- it's their comfort zone.  On this episode of Blended Life, we discuss ways you can overcome the fight for control in your relationships through the up leveling of choice.  When you let go of the power struggle, you can become the team you've always wanted to be with your significant other.  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

Premarital Talks You Need To Have Before You CommitOn this episode of Blended Life we discuss what topics you and your significant other should be hashing out before you walk down the aisle and officially blend your families.  Talks are really important, so don't shy away from them.  It can be difficult to break the exciting premarital happiness bubble to discuss heavy hitting subjects, however, it will save you a lot of post marital hardship if you do.  Invest in your blended life by being as intentional as possible with how you plan to handle everything from co-parenting relationships, to parenting styles, who pays for what and everything in between.  Blended Families are only as messy as you allow them to be.  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

The Business of a Blended Family, oh yes, you read that right.  On this episode of Blended Life we assert that bringing the best parts of entrepreneurship into your blended family can help it succeed.  Implementing intentionality, care, concern for your blended family, as if it were your own business, matters more than you know.  If you are wondering how to blend successfully, and as quickly as possible, then this episode is for you!  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

Put liars in their place so you can focus on what is most important, your family unit.  Blended Life is riddled with lies, gossip, gaslighting and other hurtful and oftentimes destructive lashes of the tongue.  While this really can be hard for us adults, it's often detrimental to the children's well-being; they are the ones who really suffer.  Since we can't control our exes, or their new spouses, we must deal with the liars in our lives from the inside out.  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss how to put liars in their place for the children's sake.  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

Dealing With High Conflict People In Your Blended Family is a very normal and real part of the experience.  There's high conflict bio parents, high conflict step parents, high conflict children, high conflict step children, even high conflict significant others and in-laws.  The truth is there are many reasons people default to conflict when overcome with big feelings, faced with challenges or maneuvering obstacles that get in the way of their comfort zone.  This can make peace seem impossible.  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss all things high conflict including what makes someone seem that way, how to respond to it, and how you can help yourself not become or take on part of their drama.  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

Truth Telling In Your Blended Family Life can be a tricky thing to navigate, especially when there's heightened emotions involved.  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss why telling the truth is important, what keeps us from doing so, and how to truth tell so that it creates connection and protects relationships.  We also talk about when and what truths you may want to hold onto and why we don't truth tell naturally, even when we know we should.  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

 Dealing With Big Feelings In Your Blended Family can be difficult, but it is possible.  Allowing your feelings destroy your relationships and thus your blended family is a choice; you have the ability to stop it and even turn it around.  On this episode of Blended Life, we discuss what exactly you can do with all your big feelings that will inevitably fill you up at some point or another. Take heart, stay open and listen up! 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

 Surviving #divorce and blended family life in a small town is possible! Divorce is hard. Building a blended family is hard. Doing either or both in front of judgmental small town people can be down right discouraging to the point wanting to isolate or run away. On this episode of #BlendedLife we talk about how to navigate the hardships that come along with divorcing and building a #blendedfamily with all eyes and opinions upon you. 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

Stop Leading With Fear In Your Blended Family!  On this episode of Blended Life we talk about all things fear.  When you lead with fear in your blended family it's difficult to create a family experience you can be proud of and one that your children will want to replicate.  We discuss the four main types of fears that rear their ugly heads in blended family life and how to overcome them so you can create space for peace and joy to come in.  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

How to #re-connect with my spouse in my #marriage is something most of us in blended families have asked ourselves from time to time.  So many moving parts of blended life can have us all kinds of distracted, emotional and lost. On this episode of Blended Life we discuss why #disconnection happens, why it's dangerous and what you can do about it. There is always hope; you can turn things around for your marriage.  Don't let blended family life delrail you from your commitment to one another! 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 (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)

Honoring Relationships In Your Blended Family For Your Good is key to having inner peace.  How you show up in relationships will determine how that relationship will affect your well-being.  Honoring relationships isn't just about the other person, but about getting what you want for yourself in your blended family life.  So often we don't see that we are on the same side, with the same goals.  Instead, we treat the other person like the enemy they aren't, which says way more about you than them.  Honoring your relationships in your blended family life will have you leveling up like you never have before; something to be proud of!  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 (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)

Mini Wife Syndrome In The Blended Family is no joke!  Really though, it can happen between any bio parent and bio child, so it could also be known as mini spouse syndrome.  When a bio parent gets their emotional needs met through the relationship they engage in with their child, it takes a toll on the entire family, especially the marriage.  It creates a whole lot of chaos, entitlement, hurt feelings, power struggles and resentments.  On this episode we discuss the ins and outs of mini wife or mini spouse syndrome including how you can navigate and work through it.  Lots of deep breaths and also lots of hope!  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 (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)

Loyalty Binds In Your Blended Family can really be hurtful for everyone involved. On this episode of Blended Life we discuss what loyalty binds are, how they affect your child (and thus you) and what you can do about them. This is an excellent episode for step parents as well to gain more understanding and grace around your step child and the difficulty you may be experiencing cohabiting with them. 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 (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)

Acceptance In Your Blended Family is something that everyone wants.  We all want acceptance for our ideologies, our ideas, our opinions, our parenting style, our kids, etc.  Yet, when it comes to accepting everyone else in the same fashion, well, things tend to get more than a little sticky.  Suddenly #acceptance seems more like swallowing sand, or a damnation to hell rather than something positively experienced and even enjoyed within the home.  How can we reconcile what we want for ourselves, yet aren't willing to fully give in return?!  It all starts with shifting how you view acceptance, and that, my friends, is what this episode is all about.  Enjoy!#blendedlife #blendedfamilySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)

Support Your Spouse in your blended family life and watch what happens!  On this episode of Blended Life we discuss why it's important to support your spouse and how you can do it effectively.  Supported spouses are happy spouses, and happy spouses stay put!  If you want a marriage that can endure the toughest parts of blended life, this is a good place to start.  Enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/blendedlife)