Blended Kingdom Teens
Blended Kingdom Teens
Vanessa Martindale, Sidney Chaplin, and Jerzi Whisnant
Welcome to the Blended Kingdom Teens podcast! We know teens from blended families face unique challenges, and we tackle those tough issues head-on. You’ll get the honest truth mixed with practical tools to navigate those rough waters. And you’ll hear from teens just like you.  Hosted by Vanessa Martindale and BKT Ambassadors, Sidney Chaplin and Jerzi Whisnant, this podcast is a safe place for teens in blended families to experience healing, discover hope, and find their passion and purpose in God. You can find out more about BKT by going to our website at www.blendedkingdomteens.com.
Who are you? Discovering God's Purpose as a Teen in Blended Family
In this season 3 finale episode of the Blended Kingdom Teens podcast, Who are you? Discovering God's Purpose as a Teen in Blended Family, BKT ambassadors Jerzi and Sidney talk about navigating the challenges of being in a blended family. They share how embracing your identity in Christ can bring reassurance and hope. They also challenge you to discover God’s purposes and live courageously where He has put you for such a time as this.Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to i...
May 14, 2024
11 min
Life in a Suitcase: A Teen's Guide to Splitting Time Between Divorced Parents' Homes
In this episode, BKT ambassadors Sidney and Jerzi share their experiences of splitting time between households and managing parental expectations. They talk about the importance of open communication, sharing significant moments and events with both parents, and biblical insights that have given them hope and purpose for the future. If you split time between two parents, this episode is for you! Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to [email protected]...
Apr 30, 2024
12 min
Trusting God’s Plan When Your Parents Divorce and Remarry
In this powerful conversation, Sidney and Jerzi share their experiences growing up in blended families after their parents' divorces. They discuss the importance of trusting God's plan even when it's challenging, and finding faith to navigate the complexities of stepparents, stepsiblings, and family dynamics. Their stories offer hope and encouragement to teenagers who are trying to navigate blended family life.Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdo...
Apr 16, 2024
16 min
Navigating Emotions in Blended Families: A Candid Discussion
In this podcast episode, BKT ambassadors Jerzi and Sidney sit down with Vanessa Martindale to talk about their personal experiences and insights on navigating emotions in blended families. They discuss the challenges of processing complex feelings stemming from divorce, stepparents, and the dynamics of blended families. Through vulnerability and honesty, they offer practical tools for dealing with emotions in a healthy way, leaning on community, the value of counseling, and relying on G...
Apr 2, 2024
15 min
Navigating Conflict and Resentment as a Teen in a Stepfamily
Teenagers in blended families often face unique challenges, including resentment toward their parents and stepparents. In this episode of Blended Kingdom Teens, Jerzi and Sidney offer biblical perspectives and personal stories on navigating conflict in a blended family, processing emotions in a healthy way, and finding healing through vulnerability, prayer, and reliance on God.Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to [email protected] with us:TikTok: https:...
Mar 19, 2024
18 min
Navigating Parental Divorce as a Teen: Finding God's Plan and Peace
Join Jerzi and Sidney, our new BKT ambassadors, as they discuss the complexities of faith, identity, and growth they both experienced in being in blended families. Find out how turning to God and His Word provided them with the answers and peace they were searching for. They each share a bit about their blended families and how they each worked through some of their struggles when their parents divorced and remarried. Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blende...
Mar 5, 2024
14 min
When You Get New Stepparents and Stepsiblings: Insights and Tips for Teens from a Teen
In the season finale of the BKT podcast, join Michael as he addresses the common challenge faced by teens in blended families – integrating with new stepparents and stepsiblings. Gain insights into building strong relationships, setting boundaries, and finding common ground. Discover the importance of patience and understanding for both sides, and learn how blending families is a marathon, not a sprint.Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to [email protected]...
Jan 9, 2024
9 min
Going to Therapy - Un-Scattering Your Mind and Heart
In this latest episode, we have an honest conversation about what it's like to go to therapy. Michael shares about his own experiences in getting comfortable opening up, and how after time, his therapist became a safe person to just talk about life with. He explains how offloading stresses in therapy helped free up mental space so he could focus better on school and sports. This episode also explores the value of having someone neutral to talk to, unlike friends who tend to take your side. Th...
Dec 26, 2023
9 min
The Importance of Forgiveness
In this week's episode of Blending Kingdom Teens, Michael dives deep into why forgiveness - especially forgiving your parents - is so crucial. He shares that "forgiveness takes time" and explains why "holding a grudge on your parents is one of the things that can really tear a family apart."Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to [email protected] with us:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blendedkingdomteensIG: https://www.instagram.com/blendedkingdomteens/M...
Dec 12, 2023
9 min
Navigating Holiday Time with Divorced Parents: Balancing Traditions, Gifts, and Quality Time for a Merry Christmas
In this episode, Michael dives into navigating Christmastime between divorced parents. He shares his personal experiences along with practical tips on making the most of the season. He talks about the challenges and joys of splitting time between parents, fostering connections with siblings, and gift-giving. He also shares the best go-to gift for both sets of parents and family members. Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to [email protected] with us...
Nov 28, 2023
8 min
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