The Stepmom Diaries Podcast
Dec 22, 2022
52. Finding Your Holiday Happy When You Feel Like Scrooge
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It's the eve of the holiday weekend for millions of stepfamilies around the world. And if you're like me, even when you're having a great holiday season you still have some level of anxiety as you deal with the complications that come with being part of a blended family.
That's what we're talking about in this episode - and you'll come away with some tips for how to cope with the challenges and actually enjoy your holidays.
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Happy holidays!
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