47. How to Like Your Stepchild Even When You're Feeling Frustrated and Annoyed

It's uncomfortable for any stepparent to admit they don't like their own step-child. But faking, avoiding or trying to grit your way through doesn't seem to help much. Mike has fessed up over the years about the times he struggled to connect with my daughter Annika. Their personalities are very different and he didn't always agree with my approach to parenting — which really meant that he disliked her behavior. That sometimes lead to frustration and irritation and he didn't really enjoy being...