😇Love for the chosen one.
Remember the words of the Little Prince that we are responsible for those we have tamed. Consider whether you need these commitments or not. Do not play with the feelings of a woman, and even more so, a child. He will begin to see in you, if not a father, then a person who will become close to him. To love a woman's child, you must first love the woman herself, with her virtues and flaws.

😇Patience.
A child who has experienced the divorce of his parents is unlikely to meet you with open arms. This is explained simply - he is still waiting for dad to return to mom, and your presence only prevents this fact from happening. Be patient and take it step by step. Get used to the child yourself, and accustom him to the fact that you settled here forever, and become his friend.

😇Fawning.
Do not try to find mutual understanding with the stepson with the help of humiliation and flattery. This attitude will show your child that you can be pushed around and controlled. For every member of the family, you are a person who deserves respect.

😇Indifference.
The child you are trying to make a friend should not feel indifferent on your part. This concerns his desire to communicate with you, problems and difficulties. If your stepson contacts you, do not ignore his problems. Offer help, listen carefully, and advise how you would act in a similar situation.

😇Demanding.
Enlist the respect of the child, which is based not on fear of you, but on the assessment of your actions and behavior towards him and his mother. Only then can you expect obedience from him. Raise your adopted child as you would your own. Do not demand too much, but do not allow connivance in matters of education.

It is worth adding one more thing - do not remember in a bad light the genetics of his father. After all, he is his flesh and blood, and the voice of family ties cannot be drowned out. Experience in yourself indignation at the fact that one of the negative qualities of a child reminds you of his own dad.🙏🏻

Could you love your woman's child?