In this powerful episode of the Single Parent Success Stories podcast, Lisa Johnson, co-founder of Been There Got Out, reveals how she survived a 20-year high-conflict marriage and turned her painful experience into purpose. Lisa discusses narcissistic abuse, legal strategies for high-conflict divorce, protecting your children, and how to create joy and healing after separation. Whether you’re facing divorce or seeking strength after one, Lisa’s story will inspire and empower you.

Resources:

Splitting: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder: https://amzn.to/4lPmqBl

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Lisa Johnson and Her Journey

02:43 The Birth of Been There, Got Out

05:36 Navigating High-Conflict Divorces

10:33 Recognizing Red Flags in High-Conflict Situations

12:31 Protecting Children from Toxic Ex-Partners

16:53 Tools for Emotional and Mental Resilience

21:57 Instilling Critical Thinking in Children

24:08 Lisa's Superpower and Advice for Single Parents

25:13 Radical Empathy and Support for Single Parents

27:38 Fun Projects and Creating Joy

30:18 Non-Negotiables for a Fulfilling Life

Connect with Lisa:

👉Website: https://beentheregotout.com/

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been_there_got_out/

👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThereGotOut

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeenThereGotOut

👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@been_there_got_out

👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/been-there-got-out/

👉Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeenThereGotOut

👉Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Been_There_Got_Out/

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Every year, thousands of children are rescued from hot cars—and dozens don't survive. Michael Israel, Head of Operations at Clever Elly shares how a simple, affordable backseat reminder could save lives. Learn how 3 dads turned a near-tragedy into a mission-driven solution that empowers parents to build life-saving habits. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who drives with kids. 💡👶🚗

⏳Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Clever Elly and Its Mission

01:13 The Origin Story of Clever Elly

05:48 Understanding the Psychology Behind Hot Car Tragedies

10:51 Current Technologies and Their Limitations

15:28 Behavior Change: Building the Habit of Checking the Backseat

19:31 Taking Action: Simple Steps for Parents

24:35 Conclusion and Call to Action

Connect with Michael:

📩Email: michael.i@cleverelly.com

👉Website: https://www.cleverelly.com

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleverellyofficial/

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleverellyofficial

❤️ Subscribe & Share if you care about child safety!

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In this raw and powerful conversation, Sean Carey—a transformational success coach and single dad—shares how he went from a custodial crisis to leading with confidence. 💥

📌 What you’ll learn:

• How Sean took 100% responsibility & filed a Christmas Eve restraining order

• His 6-step R I S E framework: Responsibility, Intentionality, Strategy, Empowerment

• Self care rituals—journaling, reading 500+ books, biblical counseling

• Instilling confidence & emotional resilience in kids

• Stress breakthroughs and leading by example

Tap in for a journey of grit, recovery, and real world parenting wisdom 👉 Subscribe + hit the bell 🔔

Resources mentioned:

• Awaken the Giant Within: https://amzn.to/4eq2O4f

• The Four Agreements: https://amzn.to/4erhPTx

⏳Timestamps:

00:00 Becoming a Single Parent: A Journey of Unexpected Challenges

08:34 The Path to Recovery: Taking Responsibility and Finding Clarity

16:07 Building a Stronger Self: The Six Steps to Resilience

24:03 Empowering Children: Instilling Confidence and Responsibility

32:03 Leadership in Parenting: Leading by Example

39:17 Final Thoughts: The Reflection of Self-Leadership

Connect with Sean:

👉Website: https://www.seancarey.com

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachseancarey/

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.carey.961993

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👉 Explore Irina's Books: https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks

👉 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@happinessacademy_

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