Category: Protect Your Peace
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The Power of Silence in High-Conflict Divorce In high-conflict divorces, especially when children are involved, communication can feel like navigating a minefield. If you’re co-parenting with someone who exhibits narcissistic traits, you may already know the futility of explaining or defending yourself—a topic we explored in a previous post. But there’s a deeper, more powerful…
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The intent behind boundaries makes all the difference Boundaries are often misunderstood. When you distance yourself from someone—say, an ex-partner, a friend, or a family member—people might assume you’re holding a grudge. They’ll say things like, “You need to forgive,” or “How long are you going to be angry?” But what they might not realize…
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Protect Your Child’s Emotional Safety and Empower Their Truth Co-parenting with a narcissist or high-conflict ex is emotionally draining. Their narrative—where they’re the victim, you’re the villain, and your child is caught in the crossfire—can feel like an unrelenting script. While you can’t control their words or actions, you can shape your response to protect…
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Are They Hurting Your Kids? High-conflict divorces and co-parenting with a narcissistic or chaotic ex can push you to seek solutions that minimize tension. One common suggestion—often recommended in custody forums, Facebook groups, or even by mediators—is to conduct custody exchanges at a police station. It seems like a practical fix, but police station custody…