Instead of comparing yourself to others or wishing for something different, what if there was a way to not only accept and find peace with your situation, but actually thrive into a truly happy, successful blended family parent?

Dr Lisa Doodson, a widely recognised UK chartered psychologist and expert in the field of stepfamilies, offers plenty of wonderful strategies to help you do so in this episode. We cover everything from how to focus on the positives, the importance of your support networks and different coping strategies - through to concepts like the social exchange theory and role ambiguity - and how a mindset shift in these areas can help improve your wellbeing.



Happy Steps - www.happysteps.co.uk

Instagram - @happysteps_drlisa

Instead of comparing yourself to others or wishing for something different, what if there was a way to not only accept and find peace with your situation, but actually thrive into a truly happy, successful blended family parent?
Dr Lisa Doodson, a widely recognised UK chartered psychologist and expert in the field of stepfamilies, offers plenty of wonderful strategies to help you do so in this episode. We cover everything from how to focus on the positives, the importance of your support networks and different coping strategies - through to concepts like the social exchange theory and role ambiguity - and how a mindset shift in these areas can help improve your wellbeing.
 
Happy Steps - <a href="http://www.happysteps.co.uk/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.happysteps.co.uk&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1668828231220000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2HvrtAqsqyKxSHZkMsytHv">www.happysteps.co.uk</a>
Instagram - @happysteps_drlisa

In The Blend is a podcast series that helps parents navigate life within step-families. 

Join host Laura Jenkins as she speaks with experts and guests to get practical advice on how to have a harmonious blended family life. 

This series dives deep into the unique dynamics, logistics, and challenges of raising a blended family. From new partners, to juggling mixed finances - Laura will help guide you through it. 

In The Blend is a podcast series that helps parents navigate life within step-families. 
Join host Laura Jenkins as she speaks with experts and guests to get practical advice on how to have a harmonious blended family life. 
This series dives deep into the unique dynamics, logistics, and challenges of raising a blended family. From new partners, to juggling mixed finances - Laura will help guide you through it.

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