The Stepmom Side Podcast

#128: Too Close to Be Heard: The Real Reason Your Partner Shuts Down


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Are you tired of repeating yourself and feeling like your partner just doesn’t hear you? Whether it’s dad guilt, lack of boundaries with the kids, inconsistency in parenting, or not feeling prioritized in your relationship — this episode is here to validate and support you.

In this episode, Alicia breaks down why communication feels so hard in blended families, why your partner may not respond the way you hope, and how being "too close" to the situation can make you the least effective person to bring up these issues.

You’ll learn:

  • Why it’s normal for your partner to shut down (and why it’s not about you)
  • What really causes that defensive reaction when you try to talk about the hard stuff
  • How to shift the conversation without walking on eggshells
  • Why outside support (like couples coaching with Alicia) can be a game-changer

If you're exhausted from having the same conversations that go nowhere, this episode will give you clarity, relief, and a path forward.

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