TIPS FOR MANAGING MANIPULATIVE CO-PARENTS HOW TO CO-PARENT WITH A NARCISSISTIC EX
PREPARE FOR CHALLENGES. Narcissists are master manipulators, so it’s not uncommon for them to attempt to turn your children against you. They may go out of their way to make co-parenting responsibilities more complex, like interfering with you and your children’s plans or not agreeing to custody or other arrangements. They may “love bomb” you or make countless promises to fix their behaviors to get you to change your mind. People like this are controlling and try to protect their egos, not their families. PUT YOUR KIDS FIRST. As nasty as a narcissist can get, don’t sink to their level. Just because your ex lacks empathy doesn’t mean you must parent that way. Put your children’s feelings first and keep the doors of communication wide open for them. Be the person who can guide your children through their feelings of frustration, confusion, or sadness. Avoid speaking ill of your ex around your children because they may already feel forced to pick sides. Your ex might look for ways to cause you stress during this time, so do your best to keep your emotions at bay in arguments and keep your kids out of it. CREATE A PARENTING PLAN. If you create a custody agreement or legal parenting plan, you will have all the details of your wishes for your children’s care in writing. If your ex tries to interfere with those plans, the courts can formally enforce it. Do your best to eliminate any gray areas in that plan. Creating boundaries is vital, and it might take legal action to ensure your ex follows the set parenting expectations. At Bruce Law Firm, we have helped many people who are in the process of divorcing a narcissist, and we understand the importance of keeping your children protected. If you need guidance in co-parenting with a narcissist or any other divorce services, contact us at 561-810-0170 .
Co-parenting brings its own set of challenges when both parents get along amicably. If your ex-spouse is a narcissist, you already know cooperation is not their strong suit. A narcissistic parent or spouse is non- empathetic, self-centered, and not healthy for the home. At Bruce Law Firm, we know how unnecessarily complicated a narcissist can make your divorce. It’s essential to understand the best ways to protect and care for your children when co-parenting with a narcissist.
GRILLED RED CURRY BEEF SATAY WITH PEANUT SAUCE
Inspired by StarTribune.com
Ingredients •
Feeding Russell after lawyering all day in the office
For sauce: •
1 1/2 lb flank steak
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1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 1–2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
2 tbsp lime juice
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1–3 tbsp Thai red curry paste
1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tbsp lime juice
Directions 1. Freeze flank steak for 30 minutes. Cut crosswise, against the grain, into thin slices. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, curry paste, and fish sauce. Add steak and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 8 hours. 3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar, and fish sauce. Bring to a gentle boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add peanut butter and stir until well blended. Remove from heat and add lime juice. 4. Thread the marinated meat onto 12 long skewers. Grill until beef is medium rare, 1–2 minutes per side. 5. Transfer satay to a platter and serve with peanut sauce.
Ashley, enjoying outside time after work with Ruby
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