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Being Authentic in your Stepmom Role
Every year Merriam-Webster picks a Word of the Year based on data related to the number of look-ups, which means that people are thinking, talking, and writing about this word.
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3 Tips to Create Joy in Your Life
Recently, I read a powerful book about friendship, determination, and creating joy, called The Wildwater Walking Club by Claire Cook. Rosie, Noreen, and Tess, three women living in the same
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Closeness Communication Bias: Why it’s Hurting our Relationships
One of my aims on my 23 for 2023 List is to read 50 books this year. I’m an avid reader, but this is the first time I’ve had a
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Visualization: 60 Seconds a Day to a Better Stepfamily Life
You’ve probably heard the old adage the more energy and focus you give something, the more it grows. That’s the basic concept behind visualization or imagery. Visualization is a mental
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Stepmoms, Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet!
Ahhh, the beginning of the new year. 2023 represents a fresh start, a clean slate, a new chapter. We’re so used to the frantic lifestyle that has become a trademark of our
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The Importance of Self-Compassion
You deserve the love and kindness that you give so easily to others. Stepfamily life can be stressful. You might feel like you’re walking on eggshells and find yourself second-guessing
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Set Goals to Grow into Your Future Self
The best way to predict your future is to create it. -Peter Drucker Excerpt from Day 2 of Stepmom Bootcamp: A 21-Day Challenge Visualize and Set Goals Now that you
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Visualization Technique: Your Future Self
When you let go of who you think you are supposed to be, you can become who you want to be. Shannon Kaiser Excerpt from Day 2 of Stepmom Bootcamp:
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Progress Takes Time, Stepmom!
According to researchers, it takes about four to seven years for stepfamilies to blend or bond. During this time, your stepfamily is evolving and growing, just as your relationship with
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How Intentional Reflection Improves Your Stepmom Life
According to recent studies, reflection has a positive impact when used on a regular basis. In fact, researchers from Harvard Business School found that employees who spent 15 minutes at