When Your Ex Turns the Kids Against You | Lisa Johnson’s 30-Day Playbook for Fathers

Lisa Johnson joins Brent on the Driven 2 Thrive Broadcast to break down what fathers must do when parental alienation begins — and what mistakes can destroy your case in family court.

“You must learn to present as calm and solution-oriented, even while your life is on fire.” – Lisa Johnson

Lisa is the co-founder of Been There Got Out, a certified domestic violence advocate, and a national expert in high-conflict divorce. Her work helped pass Jennifer’s Law, and her own legal battle became court precedent.

In this episode, Lisa reveals:
✔ The first 72-hour plan when alienation starts
✔ What to actually say to your kids
✔ What NOT to say (even if you’re desperate)
✔ Evidence that works in family court
✔ How to communicate with your ex strategically
✔ The #1 behavior that gets dads mislabeled “high conflict”
✔ Why men struggle to be believed — and how to overcome it
✔ Why so many alienated kids return later in life
✔ How to protect your mental health during legal abuse

Fathers — you’re not crazy, and you’re not alone.

This episode gives you clarity, tools, and real hope.

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⏱️ Chapter Markers
00:00:00 – Cold Open: “You’re not crazy and you’re not powerless”
00:02:14 – Meet Lisa Johnson: DV Advocate, Author, Legal Precedent Case
00:06:30 – First 72 Hours: What Dads Must Do Immediately
00:11:48 – What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Your Kids
00:18:50 – Court Evidence That Actually Matters
00:29:42 – Custody Evaluators: How Not to Get Labeled “High Conflict”
00:41:17 – The Truth About Alienated Children Coming Back

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