REAL WORLD TOOLS TO HELP YOU STAY IN CONTROL

She sends the message, but he answers it. She changes the plan, and he gives in. If you're starting to resent your partner more than his ex, here's what to do.

You help, but no one notices until it goes wrong, then you're blamed. But since when is it your responsibility to ensure the ex has nothing to complain about?

Your stepchild suddenly goes cold, and your first thought is their mother is turning them against you. Here's what could be going on, and what actually helps.

The high conflict ex's behaviour makes no sense – until you see the story she's telling herself. Once you do, dealing with her gets a lot less frustrating.

Dreading a school concert or handover because the high conflict ex will be there? Here's how to walk in, handle it and move on.

Stop losing hours spiralling each time the ex triggers you. Here's how to catch the trigger early – before it ruins your whole day.

You've tried stepping up. You've tried stepping back. No matter what you do, it's wrong. Here's what to do if you're a stepmum stuck in a no-win situation.

Meeting the high conflict ex and dreading it? Here's how to walk in prepared and leave without getting caught off guard.

The high conflict ex wants to meet you. It feels like a trap. Here's what's really behind her meeting request and how to decide what to do.