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8 Signs They Are Weaponizing The Children Against You
When divorcing a high-conflict co-parent (HCCP) they may continue harm you through the weaponization of the children. Many times they do...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


10 Signs Your Coercive Controlling Ex No Longer Has Power Over You
Dealing with a coercive ex can be a draining and deeply emotional experience. They often manipulate through subtle means, leaving you...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


13 Signs The Children Are Being Emotionally and Psychologically Manipulated by Your Coparent
Emotional manipulation by a co-parent can be harmful to children and can create a toxic environment. Here are some signs that a co-parent...

Jan & Jillian
5 min read


Recommended Parenting Time Schedules Based on Child Attachment and Parental Stability
Creating detailed parenting time schedules for divorced parents that consider the developmental needs and attachment stages of children...

Jan & Jillian
7 min read


The Hidden Scars of Coercive Control on Children
In the shadows of homes where coercive control reigns, children often become the unseen victims of a silent and insidious form of abuse....

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


11 Things Narcissists Do When They Begin To Lose Control Over You
Divorce is already a challenging process, but when you're divorcing a narcissist, it can become even more complex and emotionally...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


Why The High Conflict Coparent Struggles With Being Solution-Focused
Coparenting requires a significant amount of cooperation, communication, and compromise. However, when one parent exhibits complex...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


Positioning Coercive Control Evidence Against a High Conflict Co-Parent in Family Court
Divorce proceedings involving a high-conflict co-parent can be incredibly challenging, particularly when coercive control dynamics are at...

Jan & Jillian
2 min read


Unveiling Post-Separation Abuse and Coercive Control: Top 10 Signs and What You Can Do About It
Navigating life after a separation or divorce can be emotionally challenging, but what happens when the challenges extend beyond the...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


5 Reasons A Child Is Emotional With Their Protective Parent
It's well-known children caught in the middle of a distressing divorce are going to have emotional and behavioral responses to the change...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


Navigating The Negative Impact of Family Coalition in Divorced Families
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process that impacts not only the couple but also their children. As families navigate...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


Mastering Assertive Communication For Coparenting: Strategies to Shutdown Manipulation
For coparents dealing with a high-conflict coparent, effective communication is paramount in ensuring a healthy environment for both you...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


The 7 Hidden Rules of Toxic Families
Behind the tailored reputation of toxic families, unspoken rules govern the dynamics, shaping the lives of those trapped within. These...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


How To Prove You Are A Secure and Stable Co-Parent
When going through a high-conflict divorce many times the court will look at emotional, physical, and environmental factors that support...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


How To Effectively Coparent With a Narcissistic Co-parent…Avoid This One Mistake
Coparenting with a narcissist can be challenging, but it's essential for meeting the needs of your children. At every turn, they seem to...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


Navigating Stepparenting: What Not to Do When Parenting Divorced Kids
Stepping into the role of a stepparent in a divorced family brings its own set of challenges and complexities. While building meaningful...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


Top 7 Coercion Tactics The High-Conflict Co-Parent Will Use During the Holidays
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for individuals dealing with a high-conflict...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


How To Protect Your Child from Becoming a Pseudo-Spouse
Co-parenting can be a challenging journey, especially when it involves a high-conflict ex-partner. In such situations, the risk of one...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


Breaking Free From Enmeshment and Rebuilding Family Dynamics
Family is often considered the cornerstone of our lives, a source of support, love, and understanding. However, not all families function...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


Encouraging Children to Express Emotions and Avoid Suppression
Divorce is a challenging and emotional process for all parties involved, but it can be especially tough on children. Kids of divorce...

Jan & Jillian
6 min read
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