{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Raising Men","title":"Raising Men Under Hard Circumstances with Lisa Johnson","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3035,"description":"In this episode of Raising Men, Shawn sits down with Lisa Johnson, a high-conflict divorce strategist, certified domestic violence advocate, and co-founder of Been There, Got Out. After enduring a decade-long legal battle with her ex-husband—including more than 100 court appearances—Lisa transformed her painful experience into a mission to help parents navigate high-conflict divorces and protect their children from emotional harm. She shares the lessons she learned about parental alienation, emotional resilience, and how parents can stay grounded and supportive for their children even when a former partner becomes an adversary. Key TakeawaysChildren in high-conflict divorces often express anger or aggression as a fear response and a test of whether their remaining parent will stay emotionally present. Defending yourself when a child repeats accusations from the other parent can deepen the conflict, while validating their feelings helps preserve trust. Protecting children sometimes means shielding them from the legal and emotional chaos while seeking support and therapy for yourself. Consistent connection rituals—even just ten minutes of focused attention—can strengthen the parent-child bond and provide emotional security. A strong, judgment-free relationship with your child is the best long-term protection against alienation and manipulation. Top Quotes from Lisa Johnson“One of the worst things you can do when your child repeats accusations from your ex is try to correct the record immediately.” “Kids usually love both parents, so when they hear two completely different versions of the truth, it creates cognitive dissonance.” “The most important thing is building a relationship with your child where they feel they can tell you anything without being judged.” Chapter Markers00:00 — When Kids Parrot the Other Parent00:35 — Parenting Through a High-Conflict Divorce01:14 — Meet Lisa Johnson01:54 — Discovering a Double Life03:07 — Staying to Protect the “Intact...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/2uuITx2j-lZJp2iIhjw55xbaGtfwoyDcHPS-ELTBlxA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZmQ1/ZGM3MjJkNTdmODY0/MjE0MmYyYWQzMDE0/ZDhiMi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}