So, I notice that a lot of us have struggled with/are struggling with step children who don't listen, are disrespectful, take advantage, or flat out seem to hate us; and DH's who are making the situation worse by refusing to back their partners and/or see what's going on. I went through it, and found an article on disengaging which was really helpful so I thought I'd share it ... This is the updated version blendedfamilyfrappe.com/stepparenting-resources/the-disengaging-essay/ and this is the original (I think - it's been a long time since I referred to it) .....
www.steptogether.org/disengaging.html ..... I know it's controversial and not for everyone, but for me, it was one of those "lightbulb" moments and it really helped. If you're struggling, like I was, hang in there, you're not alone, and it does get better
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Blendingrock · 25/09/2018 01:52
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