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How to Stop Feeding the Fire of High-Conflict Divorce divorce empowerment high conflict divorce high conflict marriage high conflict personality Mar 26, 2025

Navigating a high-conflict divorce can feel like you're stuck in an endless game of tug-of-war. Imagine being in a situation where every interaction with your high-conflict ex feeds into their need for conflict, draining your emotional energy and prolonging the divorce process. But what if you could...

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Quit the Tug-of-War: How to End the High Conflict Divorce Battle divorce empowerment high conflict divorce high conflict marriage high conflict personality Mar 22, 2025

Divorce, especially in high-conflict situations, can feel like an endless emotional tug-of-war. In this solo episode, Karen dives into the struggles of trying to control a soon-to-be ex during divorce proceedings, whether it's about co-parenting, finances, or decision-making. Engaging in these battl...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Difficult Conversations Around Divorce: Telling Spouse, Kids, Friends and Family with Zach Brittle & Laura Heck difficult conversation divorce conversations high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage laura heck telling your spouse zach brittle May 29, 2024

 

In today’s episode, we are going to navigate through some of the most heart-wrenching conversations that come with the decision of divorce as we delve into the delicate art of communicating about divorce with your spouse and children, as well as your wider circle of family and friends.

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HC Divorce Demystified: Divorcing a Narcissist: Mastering The Emotional Rollercoaster with Tracy Malone divorcing a narcissist high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marraige narcissistic abuse tracy malone May 29, 2024

We’re diving into a topic that many of you are eager to learn about. Now, imagine being on a rollercoaster, not just any rollercoaster, but one where the ups are few and the downs are many, and often quite triggering. That's a bit what it feels like. 

When you’re divorcing a narcissist, it's not...

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HC Divorce Demysitifed: Breaking the News: Strategies for Discussing Divorce with Your Kids with Christina McGee, MSW christina mcghee co-parenting high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage parenting expert May 29, 2024

Telling your kids and you’re getting a divorce is scary and hard.  The world as they know it is about to forever change and feel like it is falling apart.  In many cases regardless of the conflict between the parents, they can rally for the sake of the kids.  In deeply high conflict situations, t...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Affluence and Adversity: Financial Intricacies At The Crossroads of High Conflict and High Net Worth Divorce with Patrick Kilbane, CDFA hc divorce demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage high net worth high net worth divorce patrick kilbane Apr 23, 2024

Navigating a high conflict, high net worth divorce is exceptionally challenging, blending intricate financial issues with intense emotional tensions. The stakes are high with substantial assets in play, demanding informed and strategic planning to ensure your financial stability after the divorce...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Exploring the Intersection of High Conflict and High Net Worth Divorce with Susan Myres high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high net worth high net worth divorce susan myers Apr 18, 2024

In this episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics of divorce proceedings at the crossroads of high conflict and high net worth.

Marriages unraveling in such scenarios face a myriad of challenges, from navigating complex financial landscapes to the heightened emotional intensity that often ac...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Best Client Practices in Successful High Conflict Divorce with Brett Ward, Esq. brett ward high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage Apr 02, 2024

In the tumultuous journey of a high-conflict divorce, mastering the art of picking and choosing your battles is not just about preserving your peace; it's a strategic approach to safeguard your finances and emotional well-being. By learning when to engage your attorney and when to step back, you ...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Diffuse Tension and Resolve Conflict During High Conflict Divorce with Hesha Abrams hc divorce demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage minimize conflict Mar 22, 2024

I am thrilled about today’s conversation with Hesha Abrams, a brilliant mediator, negotiator and author of Holding The Calm, a book jam packed with strategies to minimize conflict, settle disputes and create a safe space for the most thorniest of individuals to feel heard and seen so they can fin...

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How to Create A Safe Exit Plan custody and divorce high conflict divorce high conflict marriage karen's solos Mar 18, 2024

How to Safely Plan Your Exit Strategy

As a High Conflict Divorce Strategist, I will be speaking directly to and about just that - the high conflict dynamic and how it is so very different from your typical divorce.  All divorce has conflict and some more than others.  High Conflict marriages and...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Navigating the Storm: The Psychological Battlefield of Divorcing a Sociopath or Narcissist with Kerrie Droban-Zhivago divorcing a  narcissist high conflict demystified high conflict divorce high conflict marriage narcissism Mar 18, 2024

I’m excited to share today’s conversation with you as my guest, Kerrie Droban-Zhivago, offers profound insights into the minds of sociopaths, psychopaths, and narcissists. For those of you undergoing high-conflict divorces, understanding these characteristics is crucial. As you know, these person...

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HC Divorce Demystified: Facing the Fire: Divorce Strategies with High Conflict Expert Bill Eddy divorcing a narcissist high conflict divorce high conflict marriage narcissistic narcissistic personality disorder Mar 05, 2024

Our guest is none other than Bill Eddy, a leading expert in managing high-conflict personalities. As the pioneer in understanding and navigating the tumultuous waters of relationships with individuals exhibiting narcissistic or borderline traits, Bill brings a wealth of knowledge and practical

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