Ron Deal explodes the myth of the "blended" family as he provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues that stepfamilies face. He helps remarried and soon-to-be married couples Recognize the unique personality and place of each family member Solve the everyday puzzles of stepparenting and stepchildren relationships Learn communication skills to deal with ex-spouses Honor families of origin while developing new traditions Invest the time to grow their stepfamily slowly rather than look for instant results

Smart Stepfamily, The: Seven Steps to a Healthy Family

Parenting & Relationships

Deal, Ron L.

Family Relationships

Bethany House Publishers

An Amazon bestselling book from speaker and therapist Ron Deal, one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. Part of Ron's Smart Stepfamily Series of books (over 250,000 copies sold) including The Smart Stepfamily, The Smart Stepmom, Dating and the Single Parent, The Smart Stepfamily Marriage, Daily Encouragement for the Smart Stepfamily, and The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning. While resources abound for stepmothers, stepfathers are often left to travel a difficult road without clear directions. Ron Deal offers advice for men navigating the stepfamily minefield, including how to connect with stepchildren, being a godly role model, how to discipline, dealing with the biological dad, and keeping the bond strong with one's new spouse. He gives perspective on what the kids are going through and why things don't work the same as in a biological family. The Smart Stepdad provides essential guidelines to help stepfathers not only survive but succeed as both dad and husband.

The Smart Stepdad: Steps To Help You Succeed

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

An Amazon bestselling book from Laura Petherbridge and author, speaker, and therapist Ron Deal, one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. Part of Ron's Smart Stepfamily Series of books (over 250,000 copies sold) including The Smart Stepfamily, The Smart Stepdad, Dating and the Single Parent, The Smart Stepfamily Marriage, Daily Encouragement for the Smart Stepfamily, and The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning. The stepmother's role often is ambiguous and underappreciated, and frequently it carries unrealistic expectations. The book answers women's concerns and questions, including: How can I be a caretaker and a key emotional connector in the family if the children don't accept my influence? How shoud I cope with children who are confused about their family and torn between loyalty to their biological mother and me? When should I step back in conflicts and when should I insist that my husband stand up for me? In addition it addresses the spiritual and emotional climate of the home, providing perspective and guidelines to help stepmothers and their families thrive.

The Smart Stepmom: Practical Steps to Help You Thrive

Ron L. Deal, the leading Christian remarriage authority, and David H. Olson, a seasoned marriage and family expert, give couples hope that they can have strong, healthy marriages. Their advice grows out of Olson's National Survey of Couples Creating Stepfamilies, the largest study of its kind ever conducted. As couples work through the chapters in The Remarriage Checkup in conjunction with an online Couple Checkup, they'll discover ways to improve all aspects of their marriage and build on its strengths.

Remarriage Checkup, The: Tools to Help Your Marriage Last a Lifetime

Self-Help

Olson, David H.

Relationships

Bethany House

Ron L. Deal, president of Successful Stepfamilies and one of the nation's leading experts on Christian stepfamilies, gives couples keys to building a healthy stepfamily. The eight sessions--ideal for small groups or seminars--offer useable solutions for everyday living, practical tips for raising stepkids, and ways to strengthen the couple's marriage. Deal's personable presentation combines instruction and encouragement that affirms both husbands and wives and their intent to build strong families. The video presentation supports Deal's popular book The Smart Stepfamily. Along with the DVD, a downloadable Participant/Leader Guide is available.

The Smart Stepfamily Small Group Resource DVD: An 8 Session Guide to a Healthy Stepfamily

Ron L. Deal, the leading Christian remarriage authority, and David H. Olson, a seasoned marriage and family expert, give couples hope that they can have strong, healthy marriages. Their advice grows out of the National Survey of Couples Creating Stepfamilies, the largest study of its kind (more than 50,000 couples) ever conducted. As couples work through the book in conjunction with an online Couple Checkup, they'll discover ways to improve all aspects of their marriage and build on its strengths. A free online Couple Checkup is included with each book.

The Remarriage Checkup: Tools to Help Your Marriage Last a Lifetime

From bestselling author, speaker, and therapist Ron Deal, one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. Practical Solutions to the Issues Stepfamilies Face The Smart Stepfamily Participant's Guide provides discussion questions to use before and after watching The Smart Stepfamily DVD (proven 8-session curriculum is used in faith communities around the world), space to take notes, and bonus reading material. Includes leader instructions and guidelines for facilitating effective groups. In the eight-session DVD--ideal for small groups, seminars, or individual couples--the author offers usable solutions for everyday living, practical tips for raising stepkids, and ways to strengthen the couple's marriage. Corresponds with the first edition Smart Stepfamily DVD series (2009), not the 10th Anniversary Revised &amp; Updated Edition of the DVD series (2019). If watching the Revised &amp; Updated DVD, use the 10th Anniversary Participant Guide (2019). Together with Ron's Smart Stepfamily Series of books (over 250,000 copies sold) including The Smart Stepfamily, The Smart Stepmom, The Smart Stepdad, Dating and the Single Parent, Daily Encouragement for the Smart Stepfamily, and The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning, this series makes for lasting change in blended families.

The Smart Stepfamily Participant's Guide: An 8-Session Guide To A Healthy Stepfamily

Practical Solutions to the Issues Stepfamilies Face

The Smart Stepfamily: An 8-Session Guide to a Healthy Stepfamily

A biblically oriented guide presents achievable steps toward building a peaceful stepfamily, as well as a strong marriage in order to prevent further divorce.

The Smart Step-Family: Seven Steps to a Healthy Family

Bethany House Pub

From speaker and therapist Ron Deal, one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. Part of Ron's Smart Stepfamily Series of books (over 250,000 copies sold) including The Smart Stepmom, The Smart Stepdad, Dating and the Single Parent, The Smart Stepfamily Marriage, Daily Encouragement for the Smart Stepfamily, and The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning. Daily Inspiration and Wisdom for Blended Families Got a minute? Then you have time for a daily dose of encouragement and wisdom for your stepfamily journey. These 365 short and sweet thoughts will keep your family blending and bonding throughout the year. Topics include parenting and stepparenting, strengthening your marriage, grief in the stepfamily, bonding with children, co-parenting with exes, practical wisdom for bringing family members together, and inspirational stories to lift your spirits and keep you stepping in the right direction. This book also addresses special days like Mother's Day and holidays. Each daily dose of encouragement includes a prayer for your home. Sharing these readings with your spouse and, when appropriate, kids will spark valuable conversations that strengthen family understanding and closeness.

Daily Encouragement for the Smart Stepfamily

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