THE
PARENT PODCAST
Navigating Love and Connection in Blended Families
with Myanah Simmons
Key Points
From This Episode:
01:50 - Blending Families with Compassion
17:12 - Essential Conversations and Emotional Resilience
29:33 -Practical Tips and Resources for Blended Families
Resources from
this episode:
Show Notes
Blending families comes with unique challenges, but with compassion and communication, strong connections can thrive. In this episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno talk with therapist Myanah Simmons about essential conversations, emotional resilience, and practical tips for creating a harmonious blended family. Tune in for expert insights and actionable strategies to support your family’s journey.
Blending Families with Compassion
In this insightful episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Myanah Simmons. Myanah's practice is dedicated to creating a calming and supportive space for individuals and families, with a focus on understanding and self-compassion. Together, they explore the complexities and joys of creating a blended family, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and emotional resilience. Myanah shares valuable insights into how therapy can assist individuals and families in building stronger connections and navigating the unique challenges that come with blending families.
Essential Conversations and Emotional Resilience
The conversation delves deeply into the importance of having open and honest discussions with your partner before blending families. Myanah emphasizes the necessity of discussing parenting styles, discipline expectations, and creating a united front to provide stability for children. She highlights the significance of emotional resilience—teaching both parents and children how to manage emotions effectively. By understanding and naming emotions, families can create an environment where everyone feels heard and valued, reducing anxiety and fostering a sense of safety. Myanah shares practical strategies to build emotional resilience, such as validating feelings, practicing mindfulness, and encouraging open communication.
Practical Tips and Resources for Blended Families
To wrap up the episode, Myanah provides listeners with actionable tips for successfully blending families. She suggests having regular family meetings to discuss goals, values, and any challenges that arise, emphasizing the importance of setting a positive example for children. Myanah also offers resources for those seeking therapy, including state-led programs, support groups, and sliding-scale options for affordable counseling. Listeners are encouraged to explore these resources to support their journey toward creating a harmonious and loving blended family. For those in Texas, Myanah is available for online therapy sessions and offers a free 15-minute consultation to ensure a good fit for potential clients.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
THE
PARENT PODCAST
Navigating Love and Connection in Blended Families
with Myanah Simmons
Show Notes
Blending families comes with unique challenges, but with compassion and communication, strong connections can thrive. In this episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno talk with therapist Myanah Simmons about essential conversations, emotional resilience, and practical tips for creating a harmonious blended family. Tune in for expert insights and actionable strategies to support your family’s journey.
Key Points
From This Episode:
01:50 - Blending Families with Compassion
17:12 - Essential Conversations and Emotional Resilience
29:33 - Practical Tips and Resources for Blended Families
Blending Families with Compassion
In this insightful episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Myanah Simmons. Myanah's practice is dedicated to creating a calming and supportive space for individuals and families, with a focus on understanding and self-compassion. Together, they explore the complexities and joys of creating a blended family, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and emotional resilience. Myanah shares valuable insights into how therapy can assist individuals and families in building stronger connections and navigating the unique challenges that come with blending families.
Essential Conversations and Emotional Resilience
The conversation delves deeply into the importance of having open and honest discussions with your partner before blending families. Myanah emphasizes the necessity of discussing parenting styles, discipline expectations, and creating a united front to provide stability for children. She highlights the significance of emotional resilience—teaching both parents and children how to manage emotions effectively. By understanding and naming emotions, families can create an environment where everyone feels heard and valued, reducing anxiety and fostering a sense of safety. Myanah shares practical strategies to build emotional resilience, such as validating feelings, practicing mindfulness, and encouraging open communication.
Practical Tips and Resources for Blended Families
To wrap up the episode, Myanah provides listeners with actionable tips for successfully blending families. She suggests having regular family meetings to discuss goals, values, and any challenges that arise, emphasizing the importance of setting a positive example for children. Myanah also offers resources for those seeking therapy, including state-led programs, support groups, and sliding-scale options for affordable counseling. Listeners are encouraged to explore these resources to support their journey toward creating a harmonious and loving blended family. For those in Texas, Myanah is available for online therapy sessions and offers a free 15-minute consultation to ensure a good fit for potential clients.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
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2882 Prospect Park Dr. Suite 100,
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699