Jealousy
Episode description
In this episode, Steve, Jessica and Matt discuss jealousy and how it gave them perspective on the changes that were happening not only in their lives, but the lives of their ex’s and their children.
Matt and Jessica’s new beginning meant a new normal for their children too. They talk about teaching their children that it is okay to show your step-parents the same amount of love they show their biological parents and vise-versa. It's a complicated topic that can vary based on each family's circumstances.
For Penny, she wanted a close relationship with Matt. Jessica and Steve supported this relationship, but Matt struggled to find a balance. He was jealous of the time he missed out on with his kids due to work. Jessica wanted an open relationship with Matt's children too. However, she felt the support Steve showed Matt was not reciprocated from his ex.
Jessica also shares that she was jealous of the affection Matt showed his kids. She was still working on encouraging Matt to open up to her as his wife, but didn’t feel the same affection Matt showed his children.
The three continue their conversations on the transition period of Matt and Jessica’s new marriage. Listen to this week’s episode for more.
Key Takeaways
- Penny connecting with Matt after Jessica and Matt’s marriage (4:22)
- Change in bedtime/daily routine with kids after marriage (6:09)
- Matt's ex did not fully support Jessica having a relationship with Matt's kids (9:52)
- Matt struggles with spending more time with Penny than his own kids (12:20)
- Jessica gets jealous of the affection Matt shows his kids (17:22)
- Not having enough knowledge to judge or understand a situation (20:18)
- Jessica joins new gym community (25:32)
- Taking care of your body and teaching positive body images (35:15)
- Steve’s embarrassing moment (43:40)
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