• 81. THE FORGE: Blending Families After a Devastating Divorce

  • Apr 23 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
  • Podcast
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81. THE FORGE: Blending Families After a Devastating Divorce

  • Summary

  • "[The stepmom] deserves to be a parent to my children, just as I deserve to be a parent to her children, as long as we've got their best interest at heart.”

    We put mystery stepfather, Bobby, under the forge today to talk about how he came back from total devastation 3 years ago. Both Wally and Big A really get at the deepest levels of why he and his wife divorced and how he determined to make the choices he made.

    When life hands you a blend of triumphs and trials, it's the resilience cultivated through each challenge that truly defines us. As we navigate the emotional landscape of divorce and blended family dynamics, we uncover the essential role of empathy, understanding, and mentorship. Bobby's candid testimony underscores the power of community, particularly that of the Iron Sharpens Iron Mastermind group, which proved instrumental in his inspiring transformation.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Being defensive vs. argumentative when you are a "less emotional" man
    • The best advice to give couples blending their families together
    • How to change things when you're in the worst place you've ever been

    This episode is for those facing the harrowing task of co-parenting amidst separation. We broach the tough decisions that come with prioritizing children's well-being and the profound impact such choices have on family harmony.

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    Connect with Big A and Wally:
    View From The Top Website: https://www.viewfromthetop.com/
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    Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/
    Wally’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwallenbeck/

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