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Staying No Contact After a Break-Up: Why It Works and How to Do It With Strength
The Power of Going No Contact After a Break-Up When a relationship ends—especially one marked by emotional manipulation, toxic patterns,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
2 days ago6 min read
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What to Do When Mediation with a Narcissist Fails: A Guide for Protecting Yourself and Your Future
Mediation is often seen as a peaceful, cost-effective alternative to court—but what happens when the person on the other side of the...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
5 days ago6 min read
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The Ex Recording Me Without Consent – And Can It be Used Against Me?
Introduction: What It Really Takes to Deal with a Narcissist Ex If you’re dealing with a narcissist ex, you already know: this isn’t just...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 245 min read
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My Ex Weaponizes DHR Against Me – What You Need to Know Now
Introduction: What It Really Takes to Deal with a Narcissist Ex If you’re dealing with a narcissist ex, you already know: this isn’t just...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 246 min read
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Life After a False PFA – Co-Parenting, Recovery, and Moving Forward
What Is a PFA—and How Can It Be Misused in Family Law? A Protection From Abuse (PFA)  order is a civil legal mechanism designed to...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 216 min read
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The Narcissist Keeps Texting Like We’re Still Together – How to Hold the Line Post-Breakup
Navigating Relationships with a Narcissist: Break-Ups, Parental Alienation, Hoovering, and Interactions with DHR/CPS and Guardian ad...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 205 min read
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Narcissist Hoovering: Co-Parenting After the Relationship Ends
What Is Hoovering—and Why Is It Happening to You? Hoovering is a manipulative tactic often used by narcissists to pull you back into a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 195 min read
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Communicating with DHR, CPS, Guardian ad Litem, and Therapists After Alienation
You Are Still Their Parent: Strength and Hope Through Parental Alienation Parental alienation can feel like watching your child slowly...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 176 min read
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Parallel Parenting with a Narcissist After Alienation
When co-parenting becomes impossible due to conflict and manipulation, the next best model is parallel parenting. This structure limits...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 175 min read
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Documenting Abuse and Parental Alienation When Your Ex Plays the Victim
You’re Not Powerless: Encouragement for Parents Facing Court with a Narcissist Ex If you’re heading to court against a narcissist ex, it...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 167 min read
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Parental Alienation and Parallel Parenting: Protecting Your Bond with Your Child from a Narcissist Ex
Are You Co-Parenting with a Narcissist Who’s Driving You to the Edge? Read This. Every text turns into an argument. Every exchange...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 145 min read
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How to Win Custody Without Going Crazy When Your Ex Is a Narcissist
Introduction Facing a custody battle against a narcissist ex is emotionally exhausting. These individuals thrive on chaos, manipulation,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 106 min read
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How to Win Custody Without Going Broke When Your Ex Is a Narcissist
Introduction Winning custody when your ex is a narcissist can feel like a costly battle. These cases often involve emotional...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 106 min read
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You Can’t Co-Parent with Crazy: Why Parallel Parenting Is Your Best Move
Let’s be blunt: you can’t co-parent with crazy . When your ex is a narcissist, traditional co-parenting ideals fall apart. Communication...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 65 min read
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Parental Alienation & Parallel Parenting with a Narcissist Ex
If you're a single mother facing a narcissist who’s actively turning your child against you, you may be dealing with parental alienation...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 35 min read
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Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Apps, Plans, and Sanity Tools
Co-parenting with a narcissist is one of the most emotionally and logistically draining challenges a single mother can face. Narcissistic...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 35 min read
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Father’s Rights and Co-Parenting with a Narcissist – When the Kids Say “Mommy Said You’re Mean
For fathers navigating custody or co-parenting arrangements with a narcissistic ex, few things hurt more than hearing your child say,...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 26 min read
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He Left Me for Someone Else – Healing After Leaving a Narcissist
The Breakup Was the Wake-Up: Learning You Deserve Better When a relationship ends—especially one marked by neglect, emotional...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 306 min read
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How to Stay No Contact When You Still Crave Closure – Are You Craving Validation or Repeating a Trauma Bond?
Craving closure can feel like a reasonable need. But for many survivors of emotional abuse, what they’re actually craving is validation....

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 235 min read
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How a Narcissist Responds When They Lose Control Over You
What Is a Narcissist—and Why Are They So Dangerous in Relationships? A narcissist is someone with a deep need for admiration, a grandiose...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 185 min read
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