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Show Notes During this podcast Duane takes numerous phones calls with a couple of them highlighting their successes in family court in both the United States and the United Kingdom.LinksSupport the Channel Donate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD website Table of Contents🔗Links Mentioned During Show DSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow Sponsor This episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more! DSD YouTube Channel DSD Website Hypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships Keywords Parental Alienation, DSD, Dad Surviving Divorce, Duane, Duane Robert, Narcissistic Abuse, NPD, personality disorders, triggers, PTSD, break the cycle with DSD, podcast, DSDLIVE, Eric Carroll, Dad Talk Today, John Mast, IStandWIthJohn, I Stand With John,

Earlier this year John Mast vindicated his name and heinous false allegations of abuse against his ex and his children. After finally winning unsupervised visitation of his children he was murdered by his ex father-in-law and the custody exchange. Eric had connected with John through his Dad Talk Today show and had become friends with John. Eric has made it his mission to shine light on John’s case and drive attention to the plight of parents caught up in the family court machine and how some ultimately lose their lives in this fight.LinksI Stand With John documentaryDad Talk Today on YouTubeDad Talk Today on FacebookDad Talk Today on InstagramI Stand With John - TrailerDTT Interview with John MastSupport the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show04:49 - When is it okay to violate an order to see your kids?1:12:45 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

John Steinbeck from Brainwashing Children joins Duane again to tackle the difficult issues of parental alienation. John has many years of experience helping others and practice experience with his own adult child. Duane and John talk about practical techniques you can use in your own alienation scenarios.LinksFaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/brainwashingchildren/YouTube - Brainwashing ChildrenBrainwashing Children the Books - http://www.brainwashingchildren.com/book/Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show04:49 - When is it okay to violate an order to see your kids?1:12:45 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode Duane talks about the struggles of missing your children and wanting to push for change. This discuss comes from a father who hasn’t seen their children for over 18 months and was questioning if he should just “show up” at church to see them. As cruel as this situation is it is very important to choose your battles wisely and to ensure you do not hurt your overall case for a moment of gratification and/or victory.LinksSupport the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show04:49 - When is it okay to violate an order to see your kids?1:12:45 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this impromptu livestream DSD has some good discussions with a variety of callers and commenters. First Duane takes a comment from a listen who is just starting the process and questioning. DSD updates the community on what has been going on this last month and a recent overnight camping trip that he took to decompress and reset. We then discuss a comment where a listener is concerned they might be a narcissist or have narcissistic fleas. A long time member comments on how anger is our biggest enemy and how we have to be careful to not respond or react in a way that makes things worse. We then have our first caller who discusses a recent experiences trying to set boundaries with his ex that resulted in the police being called. Duane then rants on when you are questioning your sanity of what you are dealing with. We then take a caller who talks of the importance of controlling your anger and seeking help if it is causing problems. DSD then takes a caller who discusses the first caller and how their relationship with their own children is playing out in spite of the stress and anxiety. We finish with a caller who shares how their ex’s new girlfriend is taking the children to medical appointments by herself.LinksSupport the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show06:25 - Comment - Just separated, discussion on how this is at the start09:35 - Question - Should we seek anger management?11:05 - Discussion - Duane talks about the last month and getting away13:55 - Comment - I sometimes think I’m the narcissist15:36 - Comment - Anger is our biggest enemy going through this crap16:34 - Comment - Time runs out for these narcs on child support17:50 - Caller - Setting boundaries with a narcissistic ex35:24 - Discussion - Rant on questioning what we are dealing with39:19 - Caller - Dealing with anger issues and court aftermath46:30 - Discussion - Trying to get your to snap by pushing your buttons49:52 - Caller - Discussing the first caller dealing with the drama58:19 - Discussion - How your children act around you is key to how you are really doing1:00:42 - Discussion - The use of the word “triggered”1:01:50 - Caller - Ex’s girlfriend is taking children to dentist and doctor appointments1:12:45 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode Duane takes callers who are struggling with maintaining relationships with their children. We start the show with a return caller who has an update on his situation where he is finally starting to get intervention for the children. The next caller shares how their situation is starting to improve and expose the ex’s behaviors in front of a visitation supervisor. We then take a question/comment about coercive control and how it effects family court. Duane takes a caller who has done everything he can and is walking away from fighting with and for his kids. We deep dive into the complexities of this situation and recognize that sometimes you just have to walk away. Duane takes a question from a listener who wants to know where he is with his own children. Finally we have a caller who shares how she has been a target from the finances ex-wife and how she now understands how difficult it is for kids to be in the middle of this.LinksSupport the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show09:39 - Caller - An update with intervention for the kids23:23 - Caller - Making progress with supervised visitation31:08 - Comment - Coercive control and the effects on family court32:26 - Caller - Losing the hearts and mind of your children with a toxic narcissistic ex43:48 - Discussion - Understanding the pain of someone who has lost46:01 - Question - Where are you with your kids?50:40 - Caller - Kids as flying monkeys for the mother1:01:39 - Discussion - Missing doing the morning show and lives1:03:13 - Question - Are you going to have the father from Erasing Families on?1:07:16 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

Duane is joined with the host of Dad Talk Today, Eric Carroll, to talk about the John Mast murder story. Eric shares the information he has about the story, John’s family, and what he is doing to make sure his story is not forgotten. Eric is also working on a documentary called “I Stand With John” and a followup up called “Still Standing with John” to cover the trial of the father-in-law that admitted to murdering him.LinksDad Talk Today on YouTubeDad Talk Today on FacebookDad Talk Today on InstagramI Stand With John - TrailerDTT Interview with John MastSupport the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show00:58 - Who was John Mast02:51 - Eric talks about how he is doing04:56 - What is the status of the FIL07:10 - The #IStandWithJohn11:57 - The demeanor of John Mast17:16 - How to make something positive out of this20:57 - Dad Talk Today invited back to CPAC24:13 - Details on the documentaries28:50 - Where to find more information🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

Divorce is expensive. Divorce with a toxic, narcissistic, high conflict ex is financially devastating. In this episode Duane discusses the unique problems we face and ways to work through it to start to regain control of your life and future. This includes taking a scary look at the budget, understanding the anger and resentment, how change your perspective, and ultimately to build a plan to take your financial life back and turn things around. We have a caller who shares their struggles with this exact problem and how the unfairness of it all makes it so difficult to move forward. A listener asks Duane his plan to support the his kids and college. Finally we have a caller who has a different problem, they ex will not share ANY information pertaining to their 7 month old child.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents 00:00 - Start of Show03:50 - Discussion - How to get through this financially24:49 - Caller - It isn’t fair they get everything44:56 - Question - How am I going to pay for college for the kids?47:49 - Caller - They won’t co-parent and share information what do I do?59:59 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

Duane shares his thoughts on having to put in the work to really transform your life. You often go through significant hardships that force you to make changes in your life. Although a toxic high conflict divorce can be one of the most difficult things a person can ever go through there is an opportunity to rebuilt from the ashes of the experience.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents 00:00 - Start of Show03:40 - Discussion - It takes a lot to make you want to seek out change28:14 - Caller - Shares their personal growth and transformation through this process59:43 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode DSD discusses how this experience is very similar to having to reboot a computer. At some point you have to make the decision that things just aren’t working right anymore and you have to “start fresh” to reboot your life. The first caller of the morning calls to clarify a comment in a previous show where they said they “don’t need DSD” anymore. The reality is that is the purpose of this show, to get people to a place where they are living their lives out from underneath toxic abuse. Duane then is asked how he was able to mentally able to “keep up” with all that was going on. The sad reality is he wasn’t and he shares ideas on how to help you get through it. We then have a caller who is struggling with their ex constantly trying to insert themselves into their lives. A listener then asks how does a parent start being involved when they haven’t been able to for a couple of years. Finally we tackle the question of when an ex “empowers” the children to decide to no longer follow a court order.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show02:59 - Discussion - Rebooting your life10:51 - Caller - Getting your life back!21:06 - Discussion - It’s a compliment when people don’t need DSD anymore!22:21 - Discussion - Finding member only events24:20 - Question - How to mentally keep up with everything when this starts29:09 - Discussion - Finding your pathway through and realizing there is hope33:38 - Question - How do you store your videos?34:38 - Caller - Ex keeps trying to create problems48:14 - Discussion - Ways to minimize their negative influence on your life51:00 - Question - How does a parent start being involved when they haven’t been for years53:47 - Question - Ex says kids can decide to choose to visit dad?59:43 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

Duane is joined by Christine Gille an attorney and partner in the Gille Kaye Law Group who specializes family laws in Pasadena California. In this episode they discuss the best interest factors as they are defined in California, how to structure your documentation to be effective in court, and when you can make an argument to file for an adjustment in child custody. They also discuss the burden of proof in family court and why it feels like the accused is always on the defensive. Christine demonstrates how to document your involvement in your child’s life and what to do going forward if you were not as involved. Duane asks the question, “do judges REALLY read the documentation?” They also discuss when it is important to address accusations the ex makes against you and when to ignore them. Christine also talks about the importance of being proactive to demonstrate your personal growth during this process. Finally the discuss the ways you can craft your message to demonstrate a chance of custody would be appropriate. Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show02:10 - Introduction of Christine Gille from Gille Kaye Law Group03:30 - What are the “best interest factors” in California06:37 - How to deal with “misrepresentation” of facts13:04 - Why is the burden of proof on the accused in family court15:10 - What do you include in doc to show involvement in kids life?25:07 - How to get involved if you weren’t prior to separation27:44 - Adjusting child support and imputed wages37:08 - Do judges actually read the declarations/documentation?40:18 - What do you include in your documentation?42:31 - Do you need to respond to everything they say?46:03 - How to show you are growing as a parent and person50:37 - Crafting the nuance of the message and story54:11 - When can you file for a modification to your order?57:19 - Importance of learning this at the beginning58:05 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode Duane is joined by moderator Debby who is literally “in the house” for this extended two hour show. The first caller of the show talks about how they were setup with their marriage and how difficult it has been. We then discuss the difficulties of holding a toxic ex who uses false allegations accountable. We then have a caller who shares his story of how he didn’t follow his attorney’s advice and avoided a potentially dangerous and/or damaging situation. We then have a caller who is two weeks in dealing with his wife levying allegations against him and his mother. A return call shares his heartwarming story of his first time with his son without the toxic control of his ex! Another caller shares his story of false allegations of abuse against his two kids and how he is proceeding after CPS cleared the charges. Then another caller talks about being careful to not make mistakes when false allegations are being reported. Duane then tackles a question of a mom who wants to move out of state with their children and how to proceed. We have another uplifting story of a father who has finally been able to see his adult autistic son after over a year. Finally we discuss why the burden of proof is always on the accused and why that is.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00:00 - Start of Show00:03:31 - Caller - I was setup with my latest marriage00:21:22 - Question - What can we do to hold them accountable?00:24:40 - Question - Trying to get away from a smear campaign from father00:26:49 - Caller - Follow your gut, sometimes do not follow attorney’s advice00:33:06 - Discussion - Coercive control laws in the UK00:34:48 - Caller - 2 weeks in, dealing with false criminal allegations00:50:42 - Discussion - How to get onto the DSD Discord00:53:41 - Caller - Return caller, sharing his first time with his child after moving out01:04:12 - Discussion - Took the day off so its an extended show!01:07:07 - Discussion - The Proper Person - Alex Falconi’s YouTube channel01:09:25 - Question - Does the ex know about the DSD channel?01:12:00 - Caller - False allegations of abuse against kids and what is my next move01:25:47 - Caller - Don’t make mistakes with false allegations01:30:42 - Discussion - They are your arch enemy now01:33:40 - Question - Planning to move out of state01:39:16 - Caller - Finally got to see his adult autistic son for the first time in years!01:47:41 - Question - Why is the burden of proof fall on accused01:54:58 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

Kris Godinez comes back to the show to talk denial and how it can be dangerous to not accept the reality of your situation. Kris starts with a story bout how one of her clients finally “read the damn books” and realized how important it is to “do the work”. Kris and Duane discuss the reality that when you do not heal you are destine to repeat the toxic patterns. They also discuss the reality that disordered people will sabotage good relationships because their inner shelf doesn’t believe they deserve anything good. Duane talks about how he has tried to help his own children learn healthy boundaries and minimize toxic people in their lives. Kris brings up a scary, and deadly pattern, where people go back with their abusers for it to only get worse. We take a question from a listener who wants to know how to protect their children from a toxic parent and ensure they do not because toxic themselves. Kris cautious people to NOT give everything to a toxic ex to just “get away” and how it is important to fight for what everything you can. They also discuss false allegations of parental alienation and ways for a targeted parent to protect themselves. Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show01:57 - Kris Godinez joins the show to talk about denial!08:22 - Getting healthy to repel toxic people13:38 - Repeating trauma when you don’t heal21:55 - Sabotaging relationships to stay in chaos27:01 - Teaching your children about healthy relationships32:25 - Going back to a toxic ex38:15 - How to protect our children from a toxic ex?44:47 - Don’t just give in to a toxic ex and give them everything47:10 - How to deal with false allegations of parental alienation52:14 - When do you protect yourself and having boundaries59:33 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowWe Need To Talk With Kris GodinezKris Godinez WebsiteThe Self Esteem Workbook, Gleen Schiraldi, PhDThe Disease to Please, Harriet Braiker, PhDDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this show the first caller had made a deal with their spouse, even had it notarized, but now they are arguing that it never happened and continues to lie about it. The caller is struggling with the unfairness of the process and is trying to figure out the best way forward to get this over with. Next we have a return caller who shares they are planning to appeal their recent court decision that denied their increase in parenting time. They discuss the struggles with representing yourself and ensuring you have a valid argument based on law. At the end Duane discusses how it is important to understand the rules of family court and the legal system so you can ensure you are doing things correctly. You generally get one chance to make your case so you need to make sure you do it effectively!Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show03:08 - Comment - Seems like everyone is against men05:45 - Caller - Ex signed a notarized agreement but now pretends she didn’t24:08 - Discussion - The complicated path forward29:43 - Caller - Planning on appealing decision by myself52:58 - Discussion - Playing the game without the rules59:59 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

We start with a return caller who after over 400 days has finally moved out of the marital home. They have 50/50 on their temporary orders and although they won everything they wanted it is still emotional to finally leave the martial home. The caller is also experiencing the crazy, “You must pay for this” scenario that so many have to go through. We then have a listener ask if they can give their child over-the-counter medication when the ex has full medical decision authority. A first-time-caller shares how they were rushed into signing the martial separation agreement and how their ex has effectively cheated them out of $10k. A listener asks DSD a very personal question about if the ex withheld sex during the marriage. We then have a return caller who shares that the first overnight the ex had they couldn’t keep the child the entire time. A listener comments on their struggles with the holidays and how difficult it is when you have so much anger and hate toward a cruel ex. Finally DSD tries to help a listener understand that holding on to anger toward the kids can corrupt all aspects of their life.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show04:51 - Caller - Just moved out and feeling a bit emotional27:03 - Question - Can I give child OTC medication when ex has full medical authority30:29 - Caller - Rushed to make decisions and being taken advantage of37:54 - Discussion - These people are self centered42:12 - Question - Did the sex ever stop with the ex?44:32 - Caller - First overnight and he dropped child off early51:10 - Comment - Everything is so difficult during the holidays57:02 - Discussion - Threw my back out yesterday58:44 - Question - Ex ruined relationship with kids - what to do when they ask for a handout for college?59:56 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode Caleb Leverett joins the conversation about his path through a toxic divorce, the dark days, how he made it through, and ultimately found a way to live his dream! In this talks about if he ever thought he’d be able to do sailing. Caleb discusses why he focused on activism but now has pivoted his entire channel to a “sailing” channel. Duane and Caleb talk about the struggles of finding “hope” when it all seems impossible. Caleb shares his thoughts from when he had to go to jail and now being the happiest he’s ever been. Duane and Caleb discuss the POWER of making peace with your situation and letting go of the stress and anger and how things seem to “work out” when you finally do that. He also talks about where he plans to sail on his little “cutter” and the countries he wants to visit. Finally Caleb offers up advice for people in the early stages of this on how to get to the other side and get your life back!Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show02:23 - Introduction of Caleb Leverett08:32 - Did you think your dream would ever happen?16:03 - The darkest part and how did you get through it?24:20 - Moving from activism to sail boat channel32:03 - Finding your hope and getting through it34:24 - Being isolated and finding community39:39 - Going from being broken to joyful45:00 - Making peace and letting go of stress and anger50:56 - How far would you like to sail?54:53 - Enjoying the moment until I get paid again59:18 - Key takeaways to help someone get through this1:01:03 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowCaleb Leverett YouTubeDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

In this episode Duane starts out by sharing Caleb Leverett will be on the show to talk about life after family court. Although this can feel like you will never get out of this there is a pathway to a life better than you have today. It make not seem like it but there really is. This leads to a discussion on how these people will continue to circle around your life and make things complicated. A listener comments that even though he has the validation he was right on his assumptions he still doesn’t feel happy about it. Then a listener as how one would defend themselves from the last caller in the previous days show where the silver bullet is used. We then discuss now a toxic narcissistic person hates it when you are doing happy things with the kids. A caller shares how they are dealing with the aftermath of a toxic divorce. Although they are still in the midst of it they see the path forward and has hope of things getting better. Finally a return caller shares how his perspective has changed in dealing with his ex and how he dealt with a recent situation.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show03:00 - Discussion - Caleb Leverett will be on the show tomorrow08:44 - Discussion - Staying out of family court10:36 - Discussion - They don’t go away - even if you give them everything15:42 - Discussion - I’m falling physically apart20:03 - Comment - Can’t be happy about being right21:49 - Question - How to defend against silver bullet28:29 - Discussion - Don’t post your number online - use the DSD Discord30:54 - Comment - Ex didn’t like when we’d play in the snow39:18 - Caller - Dealing with the aftermath of a marriage separation agreement51:57 - Discussion - There is life after this today is not forever52:39 - Caller - Dealing with EX during holidays59:38 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

The show starts with a question about how to deal when time is denied using COVID as an excuse. DSD talks about ways to mitigate this and to still have an opportunity to celebrate the holiday with your children, even if you have to reschedule it. A listener comments about how important acceptance, perseverance, and perspective are in getting your life back and breaking free from the chaos the toxic ex creates. Duane then discusses his recent experience watching the “Erasing Family” documentary and how difficult it was. A listener brings up the latest video from Dad Talk Today and Duane explains some of the difficulties of Facebook and YouTube and why Eric is pivoting toward YouTube from Facebook. A listener then brings up how difficult it has been with the ex effectively erasing him overnight. This leads into a discuss about how it can really screw with your mind when someone does that. A listener then asks what to do when the kids show up telling stories the ex has made up about the past and wanting to know how to deal with that. A caller shares their struggle with trying to maintain the status quo until the kids are all in college and they can escape. This leads to a discussion about how difficult it is for people to understand what you are going through. Finally DSD talks a bit about some potential guests that might be in the pipeline.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show05:53 - Question - What to do if holiday time is denied11:47 - Discussion - Acceptance, perseverance, and perspective13:08 - Discussion - Erasing Family documentary23:07 - Discussion - Dad Talk Today and their pivot to YouTube27:08 - Discussion - Narc ex acts like I never existed31:58 - Question - Kids show up telling made up stories, what do I do?35:47 - Comment - So much more that could be better for the children43:59 - Caller - Still married and waiting to escape after the kids are in college51:19 - Discussion - People don’t understand what we go through57:00 - Question - Any new guests schedule?59:59 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

DSD discusses the difficulties of accepting that the trauma is over. It can be difficult to let go of the fear and anxiety of a situation when you’ve been dealing with it for a while. We discuss the importance of understanding this reality so that you can work through it. From there we have a caller who’s brother, who is very supportive, has remained friends with the toxic ex and is looking for suggestions to deal with it. We then discuss “groundhog” days with the kids and how their attitudes change. A caller shares their story with groundhog days and is looking for understanding of why their children’s attitudes change through their week. We then have another caller who is also wanting recommendations on how to deal with a child that is very angry and pushing to go back to the other parent. Duane takes a moment to share how grateful his is to be able to witness people’s change from the beginning of their process. Finally we tackle a very difficult call where the caller’s new husband is being accused of molesting his previous step-daughter who is now 16.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show04:22 - Discussion - Residual trauma when things are over09:50 - Caller - Brother is still “friends” with ex19:40 - Discussion - The issues with getting guest22:48 - Discussion - Groundhog Day with the Kids30:19 - Caller - Dealing with an angry child39:50 - Discussion - Getting to see people change through the show42:40 - Caller - Kids attitude changes through my week55:26 - Caller - Husband’s ex-wife daughter accused him of molestation1:03:45 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships

iTumblers, a member and viewer of the show calls in with an update to their situation. We discuss the ins and outs of what happened and their perspective going forward. It wasn’t a great outcome but he has a plan going forward and some thoughts he wants to share with the community to hopefully help them.Support the ChannelDonate through PayPalDSD Channel MembershipsParticipate in the show!During the show you can call in live at1 (424) 373-54831 (424) DSD-LIVEWeb Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD websiteTable of Contents00:00 - Start of Show06:42 - Caller - iTumblers calls into the show with an update!1:03:03 - Discussion of perspectives1:07:07 - End of show wrap-up🔗Links Mentioned During ShowDSD DiscordDSD Channel MembershipsShow SponsorThis episode was sponsored by Hypnosis Downloads - you can find out more and support the Podcast by visiting http://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/hypnosisLinks to find out more!DSD YouTube Channel DSD WebsiteHypnosis Downloads The M.E.A.N Workbook Channel Memberships