Tackling Toxicity: Using the JADE Method to Navigate Divorce & Co-Parenting amidst Post-Separation Abuse, Coercive Control, or Narcissistic Traits
Listen to this episode if you:
- Are navigating a divorce, separation, or co-parenting, especially if it involves a difficult ex-partner.
- Want strategies for dealing with criticism, control, and over-explaining in communication with your ex.
- Are breaking out of a coercive control situation while going through the divorce or separation process.
- Are dealing with post-separation abuse after separation.
- Are co-parenting with a narcissistic ex.
- Are interested in understanding recent changes in family law regarding decision-making responsibilities for children.
💡 Key Ideas:
- An introduction to the JADE method (Justify, Argue, Defend, Explain) and its application in dealing with difficult ex-partners.
- Discussion on the importance of not falling back into patterns of over-explaining or justifying oneself, especially if the relationship was characterised by criticism and control.
- Explanation of recent changes in family law regarding decision-making responsibilities for children, emphasising the distinction between major long-term decisions and day-to-day matters.
- Strategies for responding calmly and rationally rather than reacting impulsively in communication with an ex.
- Importance of taking care of one's own well-being and seeking support during the divorce or separation process.
- Reminder to seek individualised legal and psychological support as needed.
ARTICLE LINK
Jade Method Article by PsychCentral
Please note that this podcast provides general education only and is not legal advice. This is just one lawyer's opinion of the family court's views in Australia. Do not base your case on anything mentioned in this episode unless it is first discussed and approved by your personal lawyer. Always seek independent legal advice, as every situation is different. By listening to this show, you are agreeing that it and the company that runs it are not liable for the outcome of your case.
Episodes Mentioned
Word Salad Checklist and Method
(Affidavits for Divorce Settlement in the Family Law Court)
(Pitfalls of premature percentages negotiations in divorce)
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Emergency Contacts:
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- Lifeline 13 11 14
- Mensline Australia 1300 789 978
- Kids Help Line 1800 551 800
- Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123
- Relationships Australia
- Police on 000
- DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill
- DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636
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Please note that this podcast & blog post provides general education only and is not legal advice. Always seek independent legal advice, as every situation is different.
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