Prior to stepping onto the battlefield with a Narcissist, it is imperative to know their playbook both forwards and backwards. The behavior of individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder generally defies logic but sadly, their tactics in the Family Court System often fool Judges, Commissioners, Attorneys, Minor's Counsel, Social Workers, Therapists and even trained Evaluators. Narcissists are the masters of manipulation and projection and are known to launch stealth assaults that will leave their victims in an utter state of confusion and desperation. Victims are often left shattered...

Tina Swithin's life was hit by a devastating Life Storm in 2009. Tina had recently heard the words, "Narcissistic Personality Disorder" used to describe her then-husband by a therapist yet she had no real understanding of how this disorder would turn her life upside down during a custody battle that spanned six-years. In less than a year, Tina lost her home, businesses, cars, worldly possessions and her marriage. In one fell swoop, everything was gone. In Family Court, Tina acted as her own attorney and finally, in 2014, secured peace and safety for her young daughters. A true 'lemon to...

Divorcing a narcissist? You are probably left feeling baffled and shaken by the communication that you receive from the narcissist. In my mid-twenties, I contemplated learning multiple foreign languages. I envisioned dabbling in French to successfully make my way around Paris or Irish Gaelic to explore the rich history of Ireland along with my deep ancestral roots in that country. My day dreams about learning new languages always went hand in hand with the imagery of world travel. The thought of exploring exotic and old world places far away from home intrigued me. My mind summoned several...