8 FEB 2023 · In this episode I talk about how I use Journaling as a tool to manage my emotions. The emotions are big and frequent in our blend and journaling has been an amazing tool for me in my efforts to be a calmer, kinder, happier person. Perhaps journaling might be helpful for you too!

17 JAN 2023 · Today I list the tools I use to help me life a happy life. This season - season 2 - I will share with you what tools I use to be a better me. A better parent, friend, partner and colleague.

15 AUG 2022 · In today's pod I talk about how I am moving from awareness to embodiment. We all know how to do the right thing - can we use this skill in real time more often? Here's how I'm practising doing it rather than just knowing it and wishing I used this skill more often.

6 AUG 2022 · Today on the pod I interview Dr Brooke Schneider, an integrative psychiatrist who with her colleague Dr Nicole Lewis, they run a community called Women Strong Together. They have released a brand new book called Women Strong and their goal is to empower women through connection and education. You can find out more about this wonderful community at their website https://www.womenstrongtogether.com/ You can find their book on amazon: women strong Instragram women_strong_together Our chat today is about setting boundaries which is just a tiny snippet of the support these wonderful ladies offer in their community. As always, thank you for listening. You can find me on instagram at blended_family_journey

20 JUL 2022 · In this episode I talk about how important it is to practise how to respond rather than react - especially when it comes to communicating with the precious teens. I sooooo want to get it right and sometimes I really don't do a great job. I'm practising though and I'm sharing it with you to keep me on the straight and narrow.

17 JUN 2022 · In this episode I talk about how I met my ego. I challenge you to meet your own. I mention this book - finding awareness by amit pagedar. I recommend reading this fabulous book if you want to take a closer look at your patterns and behaviours.

13 JUN 2022 · I interview Barbara Peters in this episode. She is an author and counselor. Barbara shares some hot tips on making relationships work. Her website is www.barbarajpeters.com Her blended families: recipes for success book is available on her website and on amazon.

26 MAY 2022 · Today I discuss the repetitive nature of parenting combined with the added bonus of the frustrations of the repetitive nature of step-parenting - READ - It's way harder than normal parenting. I also let you know what happened to Olly's pants should you be wondering.

17 MAY 2022 · Today I'm sharing a story about the time I gave someone the fingers while working with them on a group project. Talk about mature! If you have some behaviours you aren't proud of, then have a listen to this and don't be too hard on yourself. You can say, I have this friend Carolyn who is a bit crazy and she used to pull the fingers at people! Remember to follow my instagram and share episodes if they resonate - thank you for listening precious people. https://www.instagram.com/blended_family_journey/

7 MAY 2022 · In this episode I share a method I have learned to use any time I feel a conflict rising in my body. Do I use it all the time? NOPE! Is it helpful when I use it? ABSOLUTELY. While there isn't major conflict in our blended family, there are times when conflict does arise and I share my thoughts on how to deal with it. I also talk about communication with my ex and communication with my step daughters extended family.