Rekindling Relationships

Phase 2. The Reality – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

In episode 2, Bec and Vern explore what happens when reality hits and emotions in the household can run high. How do we navigate this phase of deeper immersion into our blended family?
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Phase 3. The Tension – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

In this phase there is a recognition of painful family dynamics and the tension that is created by this. Bec and Vern discuss how normal this is for blended families. How do we deal with sibling rivalries? How do we ensure that everyone in the house feels included and involved?
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Phase 4. The Conflict – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

In Phase 4, conflict naturally rears its head and Bec and Vern chat about how we can deal with it appropriately and effectively. Parents may wonder if they can make this new family arrangement work. As we openly air our differences, how do we stay connected so that the whole family can move forward? How do we use conflict to grow the family?
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Phase 5. The Negotiation – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

Bec and Vern talk about this middle Phase, one of action where we are moving forward as a family unit. How do we form new routines and set new boundaries in this space? How do we celebrate together? How do we work together so that everyone has a role to play in the family?
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Phase 6. The Acceptance – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

By Phase 6, we are learning to accept our new blended family and our place in it. Bec and Vern discuss how we can support each other and our children to more fully embrace this new way of life. How do deal with the apprehension that can exist in separated families? How do we move forward together with love?
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Phase 7. The Resolution – 7 Phases of a Blended Family

In the final episode in this series, Bec and Vern chat about the solid foundation that can exist when the other phases have been moved through well. In this phase, new norms are now second nature and we have a shared history. How do we get to this stage of resolution where we all feel deeply connected and supported? 
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Using Communication to Reconnect

Have you disconnected from your partner? Have work or kids taken priority over your relationship? Maybe a decline in mental or physical health has created withdrawal or distance?
In this first episode- Using Communication to Reconnect, Bec and Vern discuss reasons why couples disconnect and how we can better communicate to reconnect with each other. We talk about using these important conversations to bring us closer.
We believe that good healthy communication is the key to a great relationship and that with practice and patience everyone can be better at it.
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Using Communication to Build Trust

Something has happened. It has affected you and your relationship. Trust has been broken. What now? Bec and Vern discuss how to use communication, honesty and patience to rebuild trust so that you can feel safe again.
We believe that good healthy communication is the key to a great relationship and that with practice and patience everyone can be better at it.
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Using Communication for Intimacy

Would you like your intimate space to be more deeply connected and way more fun? Would you like to speak more openly about sex with your partner? Would you like to have more sex? It’s all about using your mouth and having better conversations. Bec and Vern chat about how we can shake our awkwardness, be more vulnerable, and ask for what we want in our intimate lives so that we can have joyful and connected intimate spaces.
We believe that good healthy communication is the key to a great relationship and that with practice and patience everyone can be better at it.
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Using Communication when in Conflict

Are you sick of arguing about the same thing with your partner over and over again? Has stonewalling, avoidance or yelling become the norm in your relationship? Conflict is a normal in a relationship but there are better ways to do it. Bec and Vern discuss ways to manage these battles with more respect, openness and patience, so that they actually strengthen our relationships.
We believe that good healthy communication is the key to a great relationship and that with practice and patience everyone can be better at it.
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