Step Parenting

A family rift is one of the most traumatic experiences a person can face. It can have a profound effect on virtually every aspect of life, causing depression, relationship problems, and even physical illness. Healing From Family Rifts offers hope to those coping with a split in their families. Family therapist Mark Sichel addresses the pain and shame connected with family rifts and offers a way through the crisis and on toward healing. Uniquely, Sichel does not assume that every rift will or even should be mended. Instead, he offers ways to recover from any outcome.

"When people die, where do they go?" "Why is her skin darker than mine?" "But how does the baby get in there?" Don't panic. While we know that the first step to connecting deeply with our kids is being able to communicate, empathize, and answer their biggest queries, what do you do when that tricky-to-answer question comes out of the blue? Sometimes we just don't know what to say, so we simply change the subject or give a quick, throwaway answer—and hope it doesn't come up again. In this book, Dr. Robyn Silverman takes you through the whole spectrum of kids' curious questions.

Mark Savage found himself in the middle of a mess. One that he created. After twenty years of full-time ministry, Mark had launched his own construction business. His outer world was expanding, but his inner world was crumbling. Another relationship seemed like the answer to his problems, until it wasn’t. When he recommitted to his marriage, that’s when the work of healing really began. This book is not written by a psychologist or a counselor but rather from someone who’s been where you are and found his way out. If you’ve stepped out of your marriage, this book is for you.

Self!sh (adj.)—taking time for oneself every day. Some might call that selfish. We say own it. This is your personal playbook for your mindset. Your tool kit to cope and grow. It's unique to you. It gets you back to the best of you. Yes, it's a good thing to take care of yourself. You'll bring more of what you cherish and value to the world and those around you. That's self!sh.

In There's No Such Thing as 'Naughty', mum to two young children, journalist and children's mental health advocate Kate Silverton shares her groundbreaking new approach to parenting under-fives that will make life much easier for parents and an awful lot more fun. Kate's simple and unique strategies, easy-to-follow techniques and scripts will equip you to manage those tricky everyday challenges with ease - and help to ensure you enjoy the strongest bond possible with your child, both now and in the years ahead.

Are you afraid to feel good? Do you see everyone else pursuing their right to happiness yet feel held back? Do you feel alone, strange or that there’s something wrong with you? Here’s the good news: None of these feelings are true! This is how people feel after a childhood as the scapegoat to a narcissistic parent. These parents require this child to feel bad so that they don’t have to. Scapegoat children learn it is psychologically dangerous to feel good about who they are. This book lays out three steps to finally make it safe to feel good about yourself.

Many feel bombarded by images and experiences of broken families, but this is not how God intended families to be! So often we examine the traits of unhealthy families, but Gary Chapman paints a biblical portrait of what a loving, stable family looks like. He details five timeless characteristics that create a healthy family environment:

Transform your health, boost your vitality, and reconnect with the ancient wisdom of heat and cold – all without expensive treatments or medical interventions! Here’s a glimpse of what’s within this audiobook: The rich history of sauna and cold plunge therapy – how these practices have evolved from ancient rituals to modern science-backed therapies. A comprehensive guide to their health benefits, with detailed explanations of how sauna and cold plunges boost physical health, mental clarity, and emotional resilience.

What if your negative thinking isn't your enemy — but your greatest untapped strength? In Harness Negative Thinking, you'll discover how to transform self-doubt, rumination, and shame into powerful tools for personal growth, mental clarity, and real-world success—without falling into the trap of toxic positivity.

Don’t let anger control you! If you or someone you love is experiencing difficulty coping with their anger, this useful and practical book is the first place to turn to for help. Whether you have an explosive temper or are brooding over suppressed anger, the questionnaires, step-by-step exercises, and strategies outlined in Anger: Taming the Beast will teach you how to change the way you experience and express anger.

Co-parenting doesn’t have to be hard, or mean sacrificing either your family or your own happiness. It’s simply a matter of focus and choices. Combative to Collaborative: The Co-parenting Code channels parents’ interactions with each other to what they really want…to be good parents.

Emotional intelligence, also referred to as emotional leadership or emotional quotient, is the ability of certain people to realize their emotions, as well as those of others, differentiate them, label, and readily manage or adjust depending on the situation or environment. These people typically remain calm despite the changes in the surrounding or negative impacts associated with a given case.

'I truly could not recommend this book highly enough, not only to blended and step-families themselves, but all those involved in their support' - Professor Andrew Reeves, BACP fellow and Professor in Counselling Professions and Mental Health 'Clear, accessible and understanding . . . A book...

Master Any Subject Fast gives you the ultimate step-by-step blueprint to learn anything quickly—from languages and business skills to personal hobbies and professional development. Built on proven accelerated learning techniques and brain-based strategies, this guide walks you through every stage of the mastery process with clarity, honesty, and zero fluff.

Full of actionable advice and insider tips, When Your Aging Parent Needs Help provides practical and flexible steps that move concerned families toward effective elder care action, while respecting a parent's dignity and autonomy.

Raising a child in today's fast-paced digital world can feel daunting. As screens shape our kids' daily lives, parents face urgent questions about safety, mental health, and responsible tech use. Clayton Cranford—founder of Cyber Safety Cop, veteran law enforcement officer, and child safety expert—offers the definitive audiobook guide to confidently navigating these complex challenges. Drawing on over 20 years of frontline experience in youth safety and behavioral threat assessment, Cranford blends gripping real-world stories with actionable strategies.

Kingdom Parenting provides answers to burning questions both teens and parents have in facing the unique challenges of being a parent or teen today. This book examines the changing times, changing family structure, and provides solutions to both parents and teens on how to effectively relate with each other though the current atmosphere of confusion.

Has your man gotten complacent with you? Are you tired of chasing cheap losers that won't commit? Are you dating emotionally unavailable men? Do guys break up with you? Or do you simply want to learn how to get a boyfriend? What if I show you how to attract a man with 5 lethal steps? 5 simple steps that will make him commit and beg to be your boyfriend? Relationship advice that you can start tonight and see results in the morning.

The path to self-healing starts with a conscious change of thought, followed by consistent action. How do we do it? It’s much easier to do than you think. We live in an age filled with toxins, negativity, and a never-ending barrage of stress. How do we live a cleaner life so our health can be at its best? Believe it or not, the process starts with a mental cleaning. We can eat organic fruits and vegetables, and live in a clean environment all we want, but unless we choose to keep our minds running smoothly, our bodies won’t follow suit.

Transform your relationship in just 8 weeks with proven techniques to boost intimacy, build trust, and resolve conflicts—even if past efforts have failed. Are you struggling with constant arguments or emotional distance? The Complete Couples Therapy Workbook offers practical, step-by-step exercises to help couples reconnect, communicate effectively, and rebuild trust. Whether you’ve been together for months or decades, this workbook is tailored to fit your relationship’s unique challenges and goals.