We have all heard fairy tales, movies, and books depicting step parents as unreasonable, mean, or “evil”. Most notable is Cinderella for its depiction of the evil stepmother and step sisters. Because of other fairy tales and stories such as this one, children become afraid of having any stepmother for fear that she will be evil. Many women feel ill at ease about having the title of “stepmother” due to the same negative connotation. Although stepfathers are not given the title of evil, they are equally depicted as mean or wicked in movies and stories. These characterizations are fictional. However, many people have told me that they really did/do have an evil step parent. Sometimes I have to hold back an inward chuckle because I know one person’s perception is usually not the reality when looking at the big picture as an outsider. Then, I ask them to explain and include specific examples. Sure enough, the step parent really wasn’t/isn’t evil. Misinterpretations of words and actions, lingering feelings from the divorce, and miscommunications are the real culprits to causing the misperception.
I have no doubt that the vast majority of step parents have only good intentions and make a sincere effort to be the best step parent they can be. Then why is there so much discord in step (AKA blended) families? Learn what you can do differently as a step parent to get less resentment and better results. Harmony can be restored in the family. Learn what you can do to cultivate a healthy functional step (blended) family and create a lasting bond with your step children. Register now for this free tele-class, which is part of a monthly series of parenting classes. Your partner and step children will ALSO be glad you registered.
I have no doubt that the vast majority of step parents have only good intentions and make a sincere effort to be the best step parent they can be. Then why is there so much discord in step (AKA blended) families? Learn what you can do differently as a step parent to get less resentment and better results. Harmony can be restored in the family. Learn what you can do to cultivate a healthy functional step (blended) family and create a lasting bond with your step children. Register now for this free tele-class, which is part of a monthly series of parenting classes. Your partner and step children will ALSO be glad you registered.
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