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The Debate and Family Court: Abuse on Stage
I wasn't home when the debate started last Thursday, which was fine because I didn't want to watch it anyway. I knew what would happen. I...
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spiritsonghcdc
- May 28
- 4 min
5 Tips for Communicating With Your Abuser After Separation
These early days after you've filed are pivotal in setting the tone for how you will be perceived by the court...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Apr 22
- 3 min
Coercive Control 101
I've been divorced from an abusive partner for sixteen years now and have been doing some serious unpacking of all that baggage for the...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Feb 13
- 5 min
Reckless Parenting: Hallmark of a Narcissist
I was talking with a friend the other day who is the survivor of a trailer fire. I didn't know the details around it and asked him if he...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Aug 11, 2023
- 3 min
How Do I Find the Right Divorce Coach?
I feel like every time I open any of my social media feeds lately, I'm seeing more and more ads for seemingly higher profile...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Jun 21, 2023
- 5 min
Let's Talk About Financial Abuse
Most conversations about domestic violence include the physical and emotional components, as they are the most observable and...
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spiritsonghcdc
- May 2, 2023
- 4 min
But He Never Hit Me: The Emotional Side of Abuse
I can see the tides beginning to shift as topics like coercive control and emotional abuse gain traction in the national discourse. It's...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Apr 24, 2023
- 5 min
Forget the Mama Bear Analogy...Mama Elephant is Where It's At
Have you ever felt an analogy? My journey has had me looking reflectively at the past lately, especially relating to my children and the...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Apr 6, 2023
- 6 min
Post Separation Abuse: Counter Parenting
This is another one of those areas that seems fairly self-explanatory. From the One Mom's Battle infographic, counter parenting is "When...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Mar 29, 2023
- 4 min
Post Separation Abuse: Harassment and Stalking
As promised, we're going to take a closer look at some of the components of Post Separation Abuse, starting with one of the most...
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spiritsonghcdc
- Mar 22, 2023
- 4 min
What is Post Separation Abuse?
"Post-separation abuse is abuse that continues or escalates after the relationship has ended. It can include intimidation, harassment,...
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