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She Blocks Me, Then Unblocks Me – The Manipulation Cycle Explained
If your ex keeps blocking and unblocking you on social media or messaging apps, you’re not imagining the manipulation. This is a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 224 min read


My Ex is Spying on My Instagram – What Can I Do Legally?
If you’re dealing with a breakup or co-parenting situation and feel like your ex is watching everything you post on Instagram, you’re not...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 224 min read


The Trauma Bond: Why You Can’t Let Go of a Toxic Ex
You know they were toxic. They manipulated you, lied, and caused emotional chaos. So why do you still feel drawn to them? That powerful,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Narcissist Hoovering: What It Is and How to Shut It Down
Just when you think it's over, your narcissistic ex sends a sweet message… asks to talk… or suddenly acts like they’ve changed. Sound...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Why You Feel Crazy After a Narcissistic Relationship – And How to Regain Control
If you’ve ever ended a relationship and thought, “What just happened to me?” —and that relationship involved a narcissist—you’re not...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Red Flags You’re Dating a Narcissist (and What to Do About It)
You meet someone new. They’re charming, intense, and full of attention—but something feels off. One minute, you’re adored. The next,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Healing After a Narcissistic Relationship: What You Need to Know
Healing after a narcissistic relationship isn’t just about time passing. It’s about understanding what happened, breaking trauma bonds,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


What to Do If Your Narcissist Ex Is Turning Your Child Against You
Few things are more painful than watching your child pull away from you—especially when you suspect your narcissist ex is behind it....

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


How to Document Narcissistic Abuse for Custody Court
When you’re co-parenting with a narcissist, the emotional toll can be staggering—but when custody is on the line, documentation is...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Custody Exchanges with a Narcissist: How to Stay Safe and Sane
If every custody exchange with your ex leaves you stressed, anxious, or even afraid, you’re not imagining things—and you’re not alone....

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Infidelity: How to Gather Evidence on a Cheater
Suspect your partner is cheating? If you're facing the end of a marriage, catching them red-handed won’t necessarily win your case—unless...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


How to Prove Your Ex Is a Narcissist in Court
If you're dealing with a manipulative or emotionally abusive ex, you might feel desperate to make the court understand what you've been...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 214 min read


Narcissistic Parental Alienation: Signs, Strategies, and Legal Response
When a narcissist loses control of the relationship, they often seek power through the child—and one of the most insidious tactics they...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


How to Win Custody When Your Ex Is a Narcissist
Custody battles are never easy—but when your ex is a narcissist, they become a battlefield of manipulation and control. Narcissists...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


Is Your Ex Using CPS or DHR as a Weapon? Here’s How to Respond
If your ex is filing false CPS or DHR reports against you, it’s more than frustrating—it’s terrifying. It puts your rights, your...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


My Ex is Weaponizing Therapy Against Me – What Can I Do?
Therapy should be a place for healing—not a weapon used in family court. But when a high-conflict ex begins to control the therapeutic...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


My Girlfriend Won’t Let Me See My Child – What Are My Rights?
Being denied access to your child by your girlfriend or ex-partner is more than frustrating—it can feel like your world is collapsing. As...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


Ghosted by a Narcissist on Halloween – How to Set Boundaries
Being ghosted by a narcissist on Halloween is more than just hurtful—it’s strategic. Whether it’s skipping custody time, disappearing...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


How to Modify Child Support and Custody Orders
Life doesn’t stand still, and neither should your court orders. If you've experienced a major change—like job loss, relocation, or your...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 204 min read


Alabama Laws on Grandparent Visitation: What You Need to Know
Alabama does allow grandparents to seek visitation—but only under specific circumstances. Many grandparents feel helpless when a parent...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 194 min read
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