Common surface problems in stepfamilies:
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Feelings of resentment from stepparent towards stepchildren and new spouse.
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Behavior and respect problems from kids after divorce (especially towards stepparent).
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Communication problems with the non-custodial parent.
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Balance of discipline
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Conflict of loyalties
Root sources behind surface problems:
• Combined psychological wounds in parents
• Ignorance of what healthy grieving is and means
• Lack of effective parenting skills
• Ineffective communication skills
• Ignorance of stepfamily realities
Why coaching has been effective:
Without qualified coaching through remarriage into a stepfamily co-parents will be managing related homes using inappropriate bio-family-based expectations. That promotes growing frustration, conflict and confusion and hinders the bonding desired for the new family.
Qualified stepfamily coaching helps by giving a learned and specific perspective and teaching to the new couple & family. The stepfamily coach supplies an outsider’s view with the knowledge and ability to deliver the proper message, plan, structure, strategy, resources, feedback, challenge and solution. There are unique dynamics in step situations that when addressed with proper communication techniques will be handled permanently and appropriately.
Complete assessment to rate the current status of your family:
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How many times per week do the kids and step parent in your family have disagreements?
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How many times per week do you co-parents have disagreements about the kids?
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How many times per week are the kids displaying behavior problems?
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How many times per week do you have arguments or problems with the non-custodial parent?
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How many times per week do you feel there are conflicts between loyalties in the family?
Your score plainly indicates whether your family is in danger or not. Please send an email to
branuday@nc.rr.com
with the total number from your answers to the assessment to learn your score. Assessment scores will be returned within 24 hours of submission.
If you and your partner are interested in what I have to offer, please email me at
branuday@nc.rr.com
in order to set up our initial consultation.
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