Blending doesn’t happen in a week — but trust begins in a single honest sentence. Today, that sentence was spoken.
From “outsider” to “bridge builder” DAY 7 Family therapy for Step mom and Step...
Today marked the end of our first full week of intentional family therapy. The focus was on the relationship between and her stepchildren — often the most delicate bond in a blended family. Blending doesn’t happen in a week — but
That honesty opened the door.
We began with a check-in. The stepmom shared: “I feel like I’m always trying too hard or not doing enough. There’s no middle ground.” One stepchild responded quietly: “Sometimes it feels like you’re replacing our mom. We know you’re not, but it still hurts.” but it still hurts.”