116: How to build love in blended families - with Ron L. Deal [EXTENDED VERSION]

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Q: if you’re finding yourself on the other side of divorce, you might be wondering, how in the world do you build love together (once again) in blended families? Is it possible? Is it worth it? Or is that all just a pipe dream?
My special guest today is licensed marriage and family therapist, Ron L. Deal and he’s simplifying how to build love together in blended families. That’s where two adults fall in love and bring children into the mix from previous relationships… blended all together.
Sounds complicated, right?
Well, what a perfect topic to simplify, then!
My special guest today is Ron L. Deal and he’s simplifying how to build love in blended families.
We tackle all aspects of it, including:
*What the dynamics are inside a stepfamily that makes love so tricky
*How to apply the 5 Love Languages to each person in your blended family
*The “5 P’s of Step-Parenting” are:
*Partner
*Pursue
*Pace
*Patience
*Persistence (and Prayer!)
*How to tackle any underlying grief that might be happening underneath it all
…and some top tips for those couples who’ve decided to separate and become co-parents
Ron wrote this book in tandem with Dr. Gary Chapman, a friend and fan-favorite of the show… so I knew I wanted to have him on to continue the conversation. Because as you know, what happens at home also affects how you show up at work. So, let’s simplify this!
Q: Are you struggling with how to build love in your blended family situation? If yes, this one is for you.
It’s time to #DoTheThing!
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[@kencanfield988]

Excellent insights. Ron does an outstanding job of helping you understand the feelings of children who have lived in step families. The five P's he unpacts are practical and spot on.

[@ValeriaGonzalez-em6oc]

What a great show! So much knowledge shared!

[@icosorio1]

Wonderful interview!!! Thanks so much! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@mariepierremont3233]

Oh thank you so very much for this video. I enjoyed the conversation between the two of you. I really think that I enjoy those types of interview form of videos far more than listening to a long 2 hour lecture. I am very happy knowledgeable authors like yourselves are out there.

[@thesimplifiers]

thanks for tuning in Marie and thank you for your kind words... it means a lot!