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Mental Health & Legal Survival
New Beginnings – Rediscovering Yourself After Heartbreak
Heartbreak is not the end. In many ways, it’s the rebirth of something deeper—your relationship with yourself.  When someone leaves you...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 24 min read
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Changing Your Routine – A Practical Anchor for Healing
When heartbreak takes the rug out from under your life, routine becomes a form of rescue. Without realizing it, your relationship likely...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 24 min read
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Accepting It’s Over – The First Step Toward Healing
When someone we love leaves us—especially for someone else—the pain can feel unbearable. It’s not just the loss of the relationship, but...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 24 min read
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What Happens in Court When You’re Falsely Accused on a PFA– The Role of the Judge, DHR, and Guardian ad Litem
When you're falsely accused and facing a hearing on a Protection from Abuse petition, the courtroom becomes the battleground. You need to...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 25 min read
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Understanding the Consequences of a Temporary Protection Order – Especially for Gun Rights
A temporary Protection from Abuse (PFA) order can feel like a legal ambush. The court issues it before hearing your side, but its effects...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 25 min read
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I’ve Been Falsely Accused in a Petition for Protection from Abuse – What Do I Do After Being Served?
Being falsely accused of abuse in a Protection from Abuse (PFA) petition is one of the most emotionally destabilizing and legally...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 25 min read
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When the Pain of Letting Go Feels Worse Than Staying: How to Let Go and Move On
You’re tired. You’re grieving. But you’re still holding on.  Letting go feels like quitting, like giving up on the idea of who they...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 14 min read
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When the Pain of Letting Go Feels Worse Than Staying: How to Emotionally Detach From Someone Who Hurt You
You know they’re toxic. You know it’s time to walk away. But emotionally, you feel chained to them.  Welcome to the battle between your...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 14 min read
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When the Pain of Letting Go Feels Worse Than Staying: Coping with a Change in Routine
Letting go hurts. But what hurts even more—for many—is losing the routine.  The predictable patterns, no matter how unhealthy, gave a...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 15 min read
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What to Do When DHR or CPS Shows Up – Understanding the Caseworker’s Role in Court
If your DHR or CPS involvement escalates to a court hearing, understanding the role of the caseworker is essential. Their courtroom...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 304 min read
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What to Do When DHR or CPS Shows Up – Creating a Home Safety Plan With Your Caseworker
If your initial visit with DHR or CPS results in an ongoing investigation or services, you’ll likely be asked to create or follow a home...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 305 min read
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What to Do When DHR or CPS Shows Up Unannounced – How to Handle the Surprise Home Visit
An unannounced visit from DHR (Department of Human Resources) or CPS (Child Protective Services) can feel like the floor dropping out...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 305 min read
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How to Communicate with the Guardian ad Litem to Win Your Case – In the Courtroom
Facing a custody hearing where the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) will report to the judge can be a nerve-racking experience. But how you...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 304 min read
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How to Communicate with the Guardian ad Litem to Win Your Case – Mastering the Interview
Your interview with the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a pivotal moment in any custody case. Whether you’re in Hoover, Alabama or anywhere...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 305 min read
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How to Communicate with the Guardian ad Litem to Win Your Case – Home Visit Strategy
If you're preparing for a custody battle and a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is assigned to your case, how you handle their home visit can...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 305 min read
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Setting Boundaries with a Narcissist Ex on Social Media: A Guide for Co-Parents
Dealing with a narcissist ex on social media can feel like walking on a tightrope. Without clear boundaries, their manipulative behavior...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 197 min read
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Protecting Your Children from Narcissist Ex’s Social Media Manipulation
The impact of social media manipulation by a narcissist ex doesn’t stop at the adults—it deeply affects your children. Children caught in...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 196 min read
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How Narcissist Exes Use Social Media to Manipulate Co-Parents and What You Can Do About It
Social media has become a powerful tool for communication—and for manipulation. When dealing with a narcissist ex, platforms like...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 196 min read
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She Posts Every Custody Exchange Online – What Should I Do?
You're doing your best  to show up calmly for each custody exchange, but your ex films, photographs, and posts it all online. It's...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 196 min read
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My Narcissist Ex Is Posting Lies About Me Online – Can I Use It in Court?
When your narcissist ex turns to social media to broadcast lies, it can feel like a personal and public ambush. The emotional toll is...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 195 min read
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