The Stepmom's Toolbox

This week, we will continue to focus on our goals for 2013. At this time, some of you might have thought of slacking off a bit. DON'T! I'll be sharing with you ways to stay motivated.   See you soon.   Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Forthcoming author of book “WHY: 10 WHYs most stepmoms ask themselves” Are you struggling with communication issues? Would you like a handy book that could save you grief and heartache? “31 Days to Better Communication” can help you connect with your significant other and kids. To get your copy, go to www.stepmomcoach.com/shop Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

Have you ever thought to yourself, 'No one listens to me'.  Or, have you felt as if you are out of control or that you don't have the ability to tell anyone what to do.  This is the show for you. This show is based on the book by Dr. Robert Cataldini called Influence, The Psychology of Persuasion.  Dr. Cataldini talks about how to get mindless compliance from anyone: i.e., people will want to do what you ask.  (Hey!  Sign me up!)  There are 6 core laws of human behavior that you need to understand and you are good to go. In this show, I am going to explain these 6 laws and give you concrete examples on how to use them. As always, I hope this discussion makes your life more peaceful. Want to talk more?  Find me at: Barb Goldberg www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Tweet me @StepmomSpeaks      

Here we are in 2013! WooHoo! This month, we are going to get you moving to create the kind of life you desire. Not just by thinking about it but by DOING something different. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Forthcoming author of book “WHY: 10 WHYs most stepmoms ask themselves” Are you struggling with communication issues? Would you like a handy book that could save you grief and heartache? “31 Days to Better Communication” can help you connect with your significant other and kids. To get your copy, go to www.stepmomcoach.com/shop Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

This show is in honor of the New Year, 2013.  Yes.  I am giving tips for stepmother joy in the new year.  More importantly, I want to give you hope that you do have control.  You just may be looking for that control in "all the wrong places".  And, yes, "things" can change.  You can make them change and the secret is within you and within this show.  Go ahead.  Download and listen! Listen to this show with an open mind and give one of the tips a try.  I promise it will make a difference.  100% guaranteed. Happy New Year to You and Your Families!   You can always find me at www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Tweet me @StepmomSpeaks  

This is the 2012 wrap up show.  As each year as a Stepmother passes, I learn something else.  Don't you wonder if it ever gets any better?  Don't you wonder if you will become a "better" person?  Do you ever wonder if anyone else in your family will change?  *Or, are you praying for someone to change??? Here are my learnings for 2012, after 20 years of step parentings.  Hopefully, you hear something that helps and makes your life more peaceful. Happy New Year! Barb of www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Twitter @StepmomSpeaks    

Join all of the stepmom coaches from The Stepmom Toolbox for our holiday show.  Our theme is "One Gift".  Each one of us, Claudette Chenevert, The Stepmom Coach, Mary T. Kelly of Married with Baggage, Paula Bisacre of Remarriage Works and Barb Goldberg of The Evil Stepmother Speaks will give our one "gift" of holiday or life advice.  Who knows?  Maybe, this will be the show that changes your perspective on your family?  Pure love is yours for the taking. Happy Holidays, Claudette, The Stepmom Coach dot com Mary, Married with Baggage dot com Paula, Remarriage Works dot com and Barb, The Evil Stepmother Speaks  

Is everything that happens in our families "our" business?  Are we often getting involved in "other people's" business?   This is the key discussion for today's show.  What do I mean?  I have always found it challenging to discern what exactly is "my business" within the family.  We may think that everything is our business, but is that true? Tell me if I'm wrong, but is the notion that everything is our business a cause for stepmom burnout? I'll give you a few tips to help you sort things out in your own life so that when things come up, you'll have a tool to use! Write to me anytime at http://theevilstepmotherspeaks.com/ Tweet me @Stepmom Speaks  

Many of us love the holidays but not the added stress that comes with it. Join me today as I share with you ways to handle and manage the added stress and enjoy more family time over the Holidays. The mission of The Stepmom Coach is to provide you with education and support to those seeking to make the changes necessary to create a cohesive family.  If that’s you, then you are in the right place. I look forward to sharing with you great stories and information that will transform your life and those around you.See you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.comLooking for a special gift for yourself or someone important in your life? Great mini book called "Words of Hope, Inspiration and Wisdom for Stepmoms".    Get your copy here at www.stepmomcoach.com/products Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

This class is life changing.  Hear Dan Howard of Intetntional Resting dot com talk about how you can learn active resting.  It is a technique that will change you physically and mentally.  It may be that simple tactic that makes your family work. Dan is also known as “the resting guy” and is an expert in the practice of intentional resting.  The mere thought of having the time to rest as a mom, stepmom, working person, friend, family member, etc., etc. just makes me laugh. When do you rest?  What about those thoughts that plague my brain 24 hours a day? Knowing this was an area of weakness for me, I thought there may be some exhausted stepmoms wandering the planet. Let’s learn how to rest. No, you won't be asked to take a nap. We're talking about finding a sense of peace.  Wouldn't that be great? Dan Howard's site offers cds, dvds, books and free resources to teach you his techniques.  www.IntentionalResting.com You can find me at www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Tweet me @StepmomSpeaks

We've all experienced Highs and Lows in our stepfamily but what does it take to stay together and Thrive? With the Holidays just around the corner what are you wishing to get? Join myself Claudette Chenevert and Tricia Powe of StepfamilySystems.com  in our heart to heart conversations about what it takes to stay together as a stepfamily.  Each Wednesday, I’ll be bringing you guests to talk about various topics that are designed to help you grow in your journey as a wife, mom and woman.  It’s not always easy to combing all three and stay sane. The mission of The Stepmom Coach is to provide you with education and support to those seeking to make the changes necessary to create a cohesive family.  If that’s you, then you are in the right place.  I look forward to sharing with you great stories and information that will transform your life and those around you. See you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Are you finding yourself challenged by every word you say? Finally a great ebook to help to have Better Communication with your Stepfamily. Now available at Amazon. Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

Stephen Covey wrote the best selling book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.  If you are like me, you read the book, but really don't remember what it said.  I do remember that Mr. Covey's philosophies were highly effective in my business life.  So, why wouldn't the original 7 habits make me a HIGHLY EFFECTIVE STEPMOM?  On this show, we're going to apply the 7 habits to our lives and watch our frustrations and resentments melt away.  I bet one or more of these habits will resonate with you and make your life better. If you want to find me, I am at www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Tweet me @StepmomSpeaks  

Dianne Martin, coach and counsellor from beautiful Vancouver, BC will share with us how we can come together as a stepfamily and avoid those terrible pitfalls that many of us fall into. She will also be sharing with us some of her programs and ways she provides support and help for stepfamilies To find out more about Dianne, you can go to her website at: www.DianneMartinAndAssociates.com This is Claudette Chenevert, The Stepmom Coach.  Welcome to the Show that is there to help you feel more empowered and hopeful about your role as a stepmom. It’s not always easy to combing all three and stay sane. The mission of The Stepmom Coach is to provide you with education and support to those seeking to make the changes necessary to create a cohesive family.  If that’s you, then you are in the right place.  I look forward to sharing with you great stories and information that will transform your life and those around you. See you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Looking for a special gift for yourself or someone important in your life? Great mini book called "Words of Hope, Inspiration and Wisdom for Stepmoms".    Get your copy here at www.stepmomcoach.com/products  Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

Are you having a hard time connecting with your teen daughter?  Do you know what's going on in their lives? Wish you had some tools to help you connect? My guest Debra Beck, Author of My Feet Aren’t Ugly, A Girl’s Guide to Loving herself from the inside out, is a devoted mentor for teenage girls and parents on issues facing teenagers and parents today.  Join us as Debra shares great insights as to ways to connect with your teenagers and some upcoming events she has.  The mission of The Stepmom Coach is to provide you with education and support to those seeking to make the changes necessary to create a cohesive family.  If that’s you, then you are in the right place. See you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Looking for a special gift for yourself or someone important in your life? Great mini book called "Words of Hope, Inspiration and Wisdom for Stepmoms".    Get your copy here at www.stepmomcoach.com/products Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!

With Thanksgiving around the corner, this show is dedicated to our spouses.  Maybe, I’m speaking for myself, but I never could give my husband enough gratitude.  Isn’t Thanksgiving and every day of the year, time to give gratitude? I was always terrible at showing my husband gratitude.  I had my excuses and they were good ones.  I was busy.  My mind was filled with other thoughts that didn't lend themselves well to expressing my extreme thanks.  (At least I'm honest)  I learned from my mistakes and I tell you what I have concluded in this show.  I hope that the three tips that I give you here helps your life to be more fulfilling.  This may be the day that your stepmom life gets easier.  When thinking about the early, exciting days of your relationship, remember how you treated one another?   I bet that you were both so grateful to have one another.  Gratitude is the root of love.  This show will help you get those old 'lovin' feelings' back.  Happy Thanksgiving! Barb You can always reach me at: www.TheEvilStepmotherSpeaks.com Tweet me @StepmomSpeaks

We all communicate but how effective are we at making sure your message is heard? Today's topic will be "Communicate To Be Heard" with Heidi Bernstein-Krantz. Heidi Bernstein-Krantz, OTR, CPC, is a Professional Life Coach with specialties in Life Transitions and Interpersonal Communication.   Popular topics are addressed such as Effective Communication, Productive Goal Setting, and Successful Dating. Heidi is passionate about empowering her clients to “Transform their stumbling blocks into stepping stones!” To find out more about Heidi, visit her website at www.reinventionlifecoaching.com The mission of The Stepmom Coach is to provide you with education and support to those seeking to make the changes necessary to create a cohesive family.  If that’s you, then you are in the right place.  I look forward to sharing with you great stories and information that will transform your life and those around you. See you soon. Claudette Chenevert The Stepmom Coach www.stepmomcoach.com Looking for a special gift for yourself or someone important in your life? Great mini book called "Words of Hope, Inspiration and Wisdom for Stepmoms".    Get your copy here at www.stepmomcoach.com/products  Taking stepmoms from Surviving to THRIVING, one STEP at a time!