Welcome to A Year and a Day. In this episode, Jaime Davis, a board-certified family law attorney at Gailor Hunt, focuses on helping children during family transitions by talking with Todd Sarner, founder of Transformative Parenting and a licensed psychotherapist.

Todd's work is built on Attachment First Science, which centers on the child's need for security in their primary relationships. He explains how his personal experience as a child of divorce inspired his mission to help parents move from daily chaos to lasting calm.

Jaime and Todd discuss why a child's behavior—such as resistance and defiance—should always be viewed as symptoms of underlying anxiety or insecurity, especially when navigating a breakup or divorce. Todd reveals why children of divorce often struggle with separation anxiety and feel unable to connect to both parents simultaneously.

They explore practical strategies for parents to unite, including the concept of "bridging" to help children feel connected to the absent parent. Todd also shares why he recommends a "parent timeout" over a child timeout when emotions run high, and emphasizes that parental self-care is the most critical factor in promoting a child's well-being.

Need help from Todd? Contact him by visiting TransformativeParenting.com.

If you are in need of legal assistance in North Carolina, contact us at Gailor Hunt by visiting www.divorceistough.com.

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Welcome to A Year and a Day. In this episode, board-certified family law attorney Jaime Davis sits down with relationship coach Johanna Lynn, founder of the Family Imprint Institute, to explore the deep, often invisible emotional patterns we inherit from our families—and how they fuel conflict, especially when divorcing a spouse with narcissistic tendencies.

Johanna explains the concept of the family blueprint and how our biography becomes our biology, leading us to fall in love with the familiar, even if it’s destructive. She discusses how narcissism develops, why it often appears on a spectrum, and how recurring conflicts in a marriage are really clues to deeper, unacknowledged hurts rooted in our past.

Together, Jaime and Johanna delve into the immense emotional toll of divorcing a narcissist, offering guidance on how the non-narcissistic partner can rebuild their sense of self and break the cycle of emotional abuse and blame. Johanna introduces the concept of integrative body psychotherapy as a tool to shift ingrained responses. Finally, they discuss the most important thing a parent can do to protect their children from inheriting harmful patterns and ensure a path toward a more peaceful separation.

Need help from Johanna? Contact her by visiting https://www.google.com/search?q=TheFamilyImprint.com.

If you are in need of legal assistance in North Carolina, contact us at Gailor Hunt by visiting www.divorceistough.com.
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Welcome to A Year and a Day, with host Jaime Davis, a board-certified family law attorney at Gaylor Hunt. In this episode, Jaime is in the hot seat as she's interviewed by special guest host Erica Rooney. Jaime shares her unique perspective on divorce, offering insights she's gained from over 24 years of experience.

Jaime discusses the most common misconceptions about divorce, including the idea that a cheating spouse means you "get everything." She also explains the one question she wishes more people would ask her and why consulting with an attorney early in the process is so crucial.

Together, Jaime and Erica delve into the importance of prenups, the surprising details of North Carolina's "alienation of affection" law, and the emotional challenges of divorce. Jaime also shares why you should never use social media during the process and how focusing on resolution—not revenge—is key to a healthier outcome. They discuss what’s behind the rising trend of "gray divorce" and how people are approaching separation differently today.

Jaime also talks about her book, "A Year and a Day: Divorce Without Destruction," which is based on episodes from the podcast.

If you are in need of legal assistance in North Carolina, contact us at Gailor Hunt by visiting www.divorceistough.com.

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While the information presented is intended to provide you with general information to navigate divorce without destruction, this podcast is not legal advice. This information is specific to divorce and separation according to laws in North Carolina. If you have any questions before taking action, consult an attorney who is licensed in your state.