GilandBrenda

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S2 Episode 28 ALL Options and Choices Dec 11, 2024

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The motivation for this topic comes from Gil and Brenda’s clients. Many of them feel stuck in life like they feel like they have no options or choices. The Stuarts break down the differences between options and choices, which leads to actions. And that can change your life! Listen for the action steps at the end and then apply them. Contact Gil and Brenda and let them know how the choices you have made have positively impacted your life! hello@gilandbrenda.com

S2 Episode 27 PARENTING Floor Time Nov 08, 2024

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Have you ever wondered what your child is thinking? How can I "get in their head" (especially teenagers!)? Join Gil and Brenda as they introduce a concept that helped them through those years...called Floor Time. Having a safe place to talk for you AND your kids is so important now-a-days. The parents set the tone for Floor Time (which Gil and Brenda will give you pointers) so that the experience is fruitful. This is not a time for judgment or disagreements. It's all about being curious. They will share 7 tips to help you navigate Floor Time so it will be a success for everyone involved! Counselor/Coach, Husband/Wife Team, Marriage Illustrators and Encouragers www.gilandbrenda.com #gilandbrenda #tipstoolsandtingles #parenting #parent #parentingpodcast #talkingwithteenagers #talkingwithkids #conflictresolution #marriagehelp #marriage #investinyourmarriage #remarriagehelp #friendshipinmarriage #marriagecounselor #marriagecoach #husbandandwifeteam #RestoredandRemarried #remarried #remarriage #stepfamily #stepmom #stepdad #stepmother #stepfather #stepparent #stepparenting #stepchild #blendedfamily #marriagehelp #conflictresolution #parenting #remarriagehelp #stepfamilyhelp #blendedfamilyhelp #remarriageadvice #marriagepodcast #stepfamilypodcast #blendedfamilypodcast #remarriagepodcast

S2 Episode 26 STEPFAMILY Interview with In The Blend, Australia Jun 20, 2024

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Wonderful interview with Laura Jenkins, founder of In The Blend. She is encouraging stepfamilies who live in Australia...and beyond!

We never know where the conversation will go! We always know we'll have fun!

Check out more podcasts from Laura at https://omny.fm/shows/in-the-blend

Here are her show notes:

Gil and Brenda, a husband and wife duo, share their journey into counseling and coaching for blended families, discussing their personal experiences and the challenges they've faced. They emphasize the importance of the couple relationship and provide insights into the differences in parenting styles and communication within blended families. They also discuss the upcoming Better Marriages Australia Conference and the key themes they address in their presentations.

#gilandbrenda #restoredandremarried #intheblend #laurajenkins #stepfamily #stepmom #stepmum #stepdad #stepfamilyaustralia #stepfather #blendedfamily #bonuskids #bonusmom #bonusmum #bonusdad

S2 Episode 25 STEPDADS Interview with Mike from Blended Family Breakthrough Jun 05, 2024

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Being a man in a stepfamily is no easy task. Grab some ideas/concepts/tools that you can put to work right away!

S2 Episode 24 Stepchildren and Marriage How to Build Trust an Interview with Ron Deal at Family Life Jul 04, 2023

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Blended family life doesn't often start with every relationship in harmony. But it's not unusual to develop it along the way. Ron Deal speaks with Gil and Brenda Stuart about how disappointment and confusion eventually morphed into redemption and joy. Celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal was an amazing experience. Another way to celebrate our family! #tipstoolstingles #gilandbrenda #conflictresolution #marriagehelp #marriage #investinyourmarriage #remarriagehelp #friendshipinmarriage #marriagecounselor #marriagecoach #husbandandwifeteam #RestoredandRemarried #remarried #remarriage #stepfamily #stepmom #stepdad #stepmother #stepfather #stepparent #stepparenting #stepchild #blendedfamily #marriagehelp #conflictresolution #parenting #remarriagehelp #stepfamilyhelp #blendedfamilyhelp #remarriageadvice #marriagepodcast #stepfamilypodcast #blendedfamilypodcast #remarriagepodcast

S2 Episode 23 STEPMOM Interview with Mike & Kim Coaching Mar 25, 2023

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Brenda, and two other Stepmoms were interviewed by Mike and Kim Anderson from MikeandKimCoaching.com. This interview brings 3 perspectives of being a stepmom, but yet there is one common thread. Being a woman in a stepfamily can be a hard road. Whether you join with kids or not, having realistic expectations are part of having a successful formula to help you thrive in your stepfamily. With Tiffany, Stacy and Brenda, you will hear some raw experiences from their own lives and what worked…and what didn’t. We hope you are encouraged. Brenda is now taking new coaching clients. She specializes in working with women and helping them reach their potential. Whether it’s stepfamily challenges, family concerns or just life circumstances she can help you navigate these seasons with thought provoking questions, and compassion. She’ll make you stop and think and realize you had the answer to what you needed all along. Contact her today at hello@gilandbrenda.com. #RestoredandRemarried #gilandbrenda #remarried #remarriage #stepfamily #blendedfamily #stepfamilyhelp #blendedfamilyhelp #marriagecounselor #marriagecoach #husbandandwifeteam #remarriagecoaching #remarriedcoaching #remarriedcounseling #remarriedcounseling #blendedfamilycoaching #blendedfamilycounseling #stepmom #stepdad #stepmother #stepfather #stepparent #stepparenting #stepchild #mikeandkimcoaching #RestoredandRemarried #Stepmomcoach #coachingwomen #remarriagecoach #stepmom #stepdad #stepmother #stepfather #stepparent #stepparenting #stepchild #gilandbrenda #momhelp #coachingwomen #coachingmoms #coachingwives #coachingwomanentepreuners #womenbusinessowner #womanpotential #momhelp #gilandbrenda #stepmom #happywife #happywives

S2 Episode 22 Unsung Heroes: Interview with Ron Deal of Family Life Blended Jun 27, 2022

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Encouragement for Dads in a Stepfamily! Gil was interviewed by Ron Deal, from Family Life Blended. This was a great conversation about how important the Dad is in the stepfamily…and how it can be challenging. Gil doesn’t pull any punches and is pretty raw and honest with Ron. This 8-part video series, filmed on location brings the realities of what it means to be a Stepdad. Topics include: “You’re Not My Dad,” “Between a Rock and a Hard Place” (that would be between your wife and your kids) “Too Much too soon,” “Emotional Safety” (guns are involved), “Reverse Betrayal” (when you feel guilty that you are bonding more with your stepkids rather than your own), “allow Kids to Love,” (don’t put them the middle), and of course the intro. You can purchase this video series on the StepfamilyNetwork.com website for $48 or $5 once a month. You’ll receive free videos from Gil to encourage you along your journey too! Check out more about UnSung Hereos on our site GilandBrenda.com

S2 Episode 21 MARRIAGE Financial Intimacy Feb 15, 2022

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There are 2 things that we share intimately with our spouse: Sex and Money. With financial intimacy, it’s not about the money. Gil and Brenda dive into the deep end on this issue. It’s about experiences, and what it means to you. It’s important that you talk about this with your spouse so you both have a realistic view of how money is “felt” in your family. Even if you’ve been married a while, it’s always good to check in with each other, especially as you enter a new season. A realistic conversation about spending habits can be hard. Have it be a heart conversation. Get on the same page so you are working together for your goals. Best question to ask as you make financial decisions: What’s best for “us?” Action Steps 1. Have a conversation about these 4 areas and what money means to you. How would you rate these? Security Leisure/enjoyment Control/Influence Status/Alignment 2. Meet with a financial advisor 3. Check out Dave Ramsey materials 4. Smart StepFamily Guide to Financial Planning 5. Email us for the Prepare Enrich Financial worksheet (6 pages)

S2 Episode 20 MARRIAGE Self Talk; What is Your Inner Voice Saying? Feb 02, 2022

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Can you keep up with your inner voice? How often is it positive? How often is it negative? Is it toward yourself or whoever you are talking with? Gil and Brenda have a lively conversation… (maybe their inner voices are the ones that are speaking!) about this age-old challenge. How often are we so caught up in listening to our inner voice, we totally miss the person right in front of us? We are all guilty of that at some level. And that will affect our relationships. Between neuro pathways in your brain, our ability to get sucked into the inner voice, and the lack of self-regulation…well that is a recipe for disaster! Today’s conversation will bring you insight and awareness of what’s really going on, and how you can improve your self-talk. Action steps: 1. Be aware of your inner voice. Slow Down. Ask yourself out loud, is this true of myself? Is this true of the other person? The key is to PAUSE 2. Take a risk. At that moment when you are aware of your inner voice, be vulnerable and share it with whoever you’re talking with. Let them know…here’s what’s going on in my head. My emotions could run away with that. But although I am feeling this way, my judgment may be incorrect it’s not honoring to you. This is a step of being an advocate to you and our relationship, to listen and not stay in my head. But go to YOUR heart and hear your emotions, feelings, and perspective without judgment. Counselor/Coach, Husband/Wife Team, Marriage Illustrators and Encouragers #gilandbrenda #tipstoolsandtingles #conflictresolution #marriagehelp #marriage #investinyourmarriage #remarriagehelp #friendshipinmarriage #marriagecounselor #marriagecoach #husbandandwifeteam #RestoredandRemarried #remarried #remarriage #stepfamily #stepmom #stepdad #stepmother #stepfather #stepparent #stepparenting #stepchild #blendedfamily #marriagehelp #conflictresolution #parenting #remarriagehelp #stepfamilyhelp #blendedfamilyhelp #remarriageadvice #marriagepodcast #stepfamilypodcast #blendedfamilypodcast #remarriagepodcast www.gilandbrenda.com hello@gilandbrenda.com Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube

S2 Episode 20 MARRIAGE Self Talk; What is Your Inner Voice Saying? Jan 29, 2022

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S2 Episode 20 MARRIAGE Self Talk; What is Your Inner Voice Saying? Can you keep up with your inner voice? How often is it positive? How often is it negative? Is it toward yourself or whoever you are talking with? Gil and Brenda have a lively conversation… (maybe their inner voices are the ones that are speaking!) about this age-old challenge. How often are we so caught up in listening to our inner voice, we totally miss the person right in front of us? We are all guilty of this at some level. And that will affect our relationships. Between neuro pathways in your brain, our ability to get sucked into the inner voice, and the lack of self-regulation…well that is a recipe for disaster! Today’s conversation will bring you insight and awareness of what’s really going on, and how you can improve your self-talk. Action steps: 1. Be aware of your inner voice. Slow Down. Ask yourself out loud, is this true of myself? Is this true of the other person? The key is to PAUSE 2. Take a risk. At that moment when you are aware of your inner voice, be vulnerable and share it with whoever you’re talking with. Let them know… "Here’s what’s going on in my head. My emotions could run away with that. But although I am feeling this way, my judgment may be incorrect it’s not honoring to you. This is a step of being an advocate to you and our relationship, to listen and not stay in my head. But go to YOUR heart and hear your emotions, feelings, and perspective without judgment."

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