Episode 55: The Co-Parenting Secret: It's Not About YOU!

Episode 55: The Co-Parenting Secret. It's Not About YOU! Our guest for this episode:Jon Bassford, JD, MBA, CAEAbout our guest: He has written a book called "The Co-Parenting Secret: It's not about you”.  Jon is actually a consultant.Link to book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/6gR0ucXHe heads up operations for startups and nonprofits, but he has written this book based on his own personal story. His friends, his family, and people were amazed by him and his wife and how well they were able to co-parent. And they were like, you should write a book. And John's like, huh, maybe I should write a book. Keywordsco-parenting, divorce, family dynamics, intentional parenting, emotional well-being, communication, relationships, parenting strategies, self-reflection, family supportSummaryIn this episode of the Better Than Bitter podcast, Tania Leichliter speaks with Jon Bassford about his book, 'The Co-Parenting Secret: It's Not About You.' They discuss the challenges of co-parenting, the importance of intentionality, and how to navigate new relationships while keeping the children's best interests at heart. John shares his personal experiences and insights on creating a supportive environment for children post-divorce, emphasizing the need for effective communication and emotional well-being.TakeawaysCo-parenting requires intentionality and focus on the children.It's essential to communicate effectively for the sake of the kids.Divorce doesn't have to be a negative experience for children.Maintaining relationships with extended family is crucial.Emotional well-being of parents directly affects the children.Letting go of animosity can improve co-parenting dynamics.Children benefit from having multiple loving adults in their lives.Being open to new relationships can be healthy for everyone involved.Self-reflection is key to personal growth post-divorce.Creating a supportive environment helps children thrive. TitlesNavigating the Co-Parenting JourneyIntentional Co-Parenting StrategiesSound Bites"It's not about you.""You have to be very intentional.""Let go of the animosity."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Co-Parenting Dynamics03:17 The Journey of Writing a Co-Parenting Book05:42 Navigating Co-Parenting with Young Children08:09 Intentionality in Co-Parenting Relationships11:07 Humanizing Divorce and Co-Parenting13:32 Building a Supportive Co-Parenting Village16:19 Handling New Relationships and Dating18:51 Communication as a Pillar of Co-Parenting21:45 Teaching Children About Relationships24:22 Focusing on Self-Improvement26:53 Letting Go of Control and Embracing Flexibility29:44 Creating a Loving Environment for Children36:02 Introduction to Amicable Divorce37:31 Resources for Support and GrowthOn our website you'll find details and additional information on our 5-Step Gameplan multimedia course, our different types of coaching methods, monthly memberships, events and retreats, and a whole lot more. Plus, we've got a ton of free resources, like our monthly newsletter, our private Facebook group, our Instagram channel, and a library of articles and free webinars to help you along the way. When you go to our website, you'll be able to schedule a free 45-minute breakthrough call. Remember, we're here to help you reach an amicable resolution. Find your courage and believe in your brighter future because you know what? It is possible.At Better Than Bitter™, we measure success by what we give and not by what we get. So, let's change the divorce dialogue together. It's time to be better than bitter.Do you want to know if We Can Help You? Book A Free 1:1 Breakthrough Call Now! Click HereIf you want to connect with a Divorce Concierge, contact Vesta Divorce Concierge here!