Episode 183: Navigating High-Conflict Divorce: Strategies to Protect Your Peace & Power with Chantal ContorinesEpisode 183: Navigating High-Conflict Divorce: Strategies to Protect Your Peace & Power with Chantal Contorines
The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast
Allison K. Dagney and Chantal Contorines discuss strategies for managing high-conflict divorces, focusing on recognising behaviours, setting boundaries, and building support systems.
52:07•2 Oct 2025
Protect Your Peace in High-Conflict Divorces with Chantal Contorines
Episode Overview
- Recognise high-conflict behaviours early to protect yourself.
- Avoid assuming your ex will change or be reasonable.
- Keep all communications in writing for documentation.
- Establish and enforce strict boundaries consistently.
- Build a supportive community for healing and growth.
“"Abuse is always about power and control, and your job is to show that you are actually keeping your side of the street very clean."”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In a compelling conversation on The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast, host Allison K. Dagney welcomes Certified Divorce Coach Chantal Contorines to share her insights on navigating high-conflict divorces. Chantal, who has experienced the turmoil of an emotionally abusive marriage herself, now dedicates her life to guiding others through similar challenges. With humour and compassion, she shares practical advice on recognising high-conflict behaviours and setting firm boundaries.
Chantal highlights the importance of documentation and offers practical strategies to manage communication with a high-conflict ex-partner, emphasising the necessity of maintaining boundaries and keeping all interactions strictly business-like. Chantal also touches on the crucial role of support systems, advising listeners to surround themselves with understanding communities and professionals like coaches and therapists. The episode underscores the importance of being well-prepared before entering legal proceedings, stressing the value of education and self-care throughout the divorce process.
This episode offers valuable guidance for anyone facing the daunting prospect of a high-conflict divorce, providing both emotional support and practical strategies to help maintain one's peace and power. If you're navigating a challenging path or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips to help you through the storm. So, how can you reclaim your peace and power in the face of adversity?
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