Dear Valued Users,
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the permanent closure of StepTalk.org on August 31st, 2025.
This decision wasn't an easy one. For over twenty years, StepTalk has been a source of support for stepparents around the world! However, over the years, the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading the site to remain secure, meet current standards and maintain availability have become unsustainable.
We are incredibly grateful for your support, contributions and the community you've helped us build. Your engagement has made StepTalk.org a special place and we cherish the memories and connections made here.
We would especially like to thank Aniki for volunteering to be a moderator and for caring so much.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and we wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Dawn and The StepTalk Team
Totally agree.
Totally agree.
However, deciding NOT to do these things to make others happy DOESN'T make you a nice person, it makes you a doormat.
I agree Winterglow!
I agree Winterglow!
Me too.
Me too.
Absolutely. So many SParents
Absolutely. So many SParents accept long term doormat status. That, should never happen. Not even short term. Not even once.
Being a doormat is not nice, it is abusive.
Self abusive.
I'd like to add "forgiving,
I'd like to add "forgiving, but not forgetting" doesn't mean you're holding grudges. Protecting yourself based on past behaviors is valid!
This is true. The mistakes
This is true. The mistakes for #8 are typically for a stepparent bending on the other bullets. Stand your ground !
Typo corrections - You can be a nice person and….