Episode Details

"I don't like being a stepmom today."

Have you ever thought that and immediately felt guilty about it? Maybe you're dreading another custody weekend, feeling resentful about everything you're expected to do, or just wishing you could take a little break from stepmom life.

I've been there. And here's something I want you to hear: You can love your stepfamily without loving every minute of being a stepmom.

In this episode, we're talking about those complicated feelings so many stepmoms experience but are afraid to admit out loud. More importantly, we're looking at what those feelings might actually be trying to tell you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why feeling frustrated or resentful doesn't make you a bad stepmom

• How stepmom guilt can make an already difficult situation feel even worse

• Three questions to help you understand what's really behind your resentment

• Why changing your boundaries and responsibilities may be more helpful than changing your attitude

You don't have to love being a stepmom every minute to be a loving stepmom.

Resources Mentioned:

• Episode 125: A deeper look at what's actually within your control as a stepmom

• Looking for a community of women who really get what it's like to be a stepmom? Come join us inside the Stepfamily Circle: https://stepfamilycircle.com/

If this episode made you feel a little less alone, share it with another stepmom who might need to hear it.

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