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It’s All Your Fault: High Conflict People

Hosted by Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. and Megan Hunter, MBA, It’s All Your Fault! High Conflict People explores the five types of people who can ruin your life—people with high conflict personalities and how they weave themselves into our lives in romance, at work, next door, at school, places of worship, and just about everywhere, causing chaos, exhaustion, and dread for everyone else. They are the most difficult of difficult people — some would say they’re toxic. Without them, tv shows, movies, and

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45:57

World of Bullies #1: Navigating the New World of...

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2024/06/06

World of Bullies: Bill Eddy's Groundbreaking New BookIn this first episode of our new "World of Bullies" series, based on Bill Eddy's new book, Our New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them, How to Stop Them, Bill and Megan dive into the timely topic of adult bullying. As co-founders of the High Conflict Institute, they provide invaluable insights for listeners.Bill shares that his inspiration for the book came during the COVID-19 pandemic when he noticed an increase in bullying behavior

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Bringing It to Life #6: Understanding Borderline...

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2024/05/30

In the second part of their conversation with Amanda Smith, Bill and Megan explore the challenges faced by families of individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). They discuss the importance of education, self-care, and strategies for navigating high conflict situations.The Importance of Family Support and Self-CareAmanda emphasizes the significance of family support and education in the long-term success of individuals with BPD. She highlights the positive impact of informed

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Bringing It to Life #6: Understanding Borderline...

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2024/05/23

In this episode of It's All Your Fault, Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy are joined by special guest Amanda Smith to discuss Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), continuing our Bringing It to Life series. They explore the common experiences of individuals with BPD, such as intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and self-destructive tendencies.The Power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Amanda highlights the effectiveness of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in treating BPD, emphasizing the

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44:04

Bringing It to Life #5: Navigating Money and...

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2024/05/16

High Conflict Cases and Money: Navigating the ComplexitiesIn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan are joined by special guest Kate Merrill, a California attorney specializing in complex divorce cases involving stock options and other business and corporate issues. As part of the Bringing It to Life series, they explore the intricacies of high conflict divorces involving money and finances.Kate shares her unique perspective, having transitioned from a corporate attorney in

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Bringing It to Life #4: Dealing with High Conflict...

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2024/05/09

Surviving Academia: Navigating High Conflict Personalities in Higher EducationIn this episode of "It's All Your Fault," the fourth installment of the Bringing It to Life series, Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy tackle the unique challenges of dealing with high conflict individuals in academia. Drawing from a listener's question about a bullying boss in a university setting, Bill and Megan explore the dynamics of toxic work environments in higher education and provide strategies for navigating

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Bringing It to Life #3: Dealing with Parental Alienation

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2024/05/02

Parental Alienation: What It Is and How to Handle ItIn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan dive into the complex topic of parental alienation in divorce and separation cases. They answer a listener's question about an extreme case of alienation and provide insights on what alienation is, how it differs from estrangement, and most importantly, what can be done about it.Understanding Alienation and EstrangementBill explains that alienation occurs when a child resists or

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31:40

Bringing It to Life #2: Dealing with High Conflict...

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2024/04/25

Bill and Megan continue their “Bringing It to Life” series, discussing how to identify and manage high conflict personalities in the workplace. They provide insights and strategies for leaders to improve workplace culture.Bill and Megan aim to help listeners learn skills to keep conflict small and maintain healthy work environments. In this episode, they focus on limiting the damage caused by toxic employees.Recognizing High Conflict Behavior PatternsBill explains the typical behavior

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37:35

Bringing It to Life #1: Navigating High Conflict...

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2024/04/18

In this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan continue their "Bringing It to Life" series with special guest Elaine Richardson, a solicitor and mediator from the UK. Continuing their conversation from the previous episode, they dive deep into the challenges of managing high conflict personalities in family law and mediation, offering practical strategies for professionals and individuals alike.Identifying High Conflict PersonalitiesThey discuss the importance of considering three

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46:39

Bringing It to Life #1: Navigating High Conflict...

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2024/04/11

Poll Results, Case Studies, and Strategies: Navigating High Conflict MediationIn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan kick off a new periodic series called "Bring It to Life," where they dive into real-life case studies and provide practical strategies for navigating high conflict situations. They also share the results of recent polls on child custody and women in marriage. Joined by special guest Elaine Richardson, a family solicitor from the UK, Bill and Megan explore the

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34:19

Exploring the Path to Mediation: A Conversation with...

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2024/04/04

Welcome to another insightful discussion with Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter as they welcome mediator Sonja Wood. Bill and Megan chat with Sonja about her fascinating journey from chemistry to mediation. Sonja discusses her experiences facing discrimination and a lack of conflict training in Europe that pushed her to study mediation. She shares navigating cultural differences working across countries and her transition to life in Texas. Bill and Megan are keen to learn how Sonja utilizes high

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41:52

Defusing Workplace Drama: Expert Advice for Managing...

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2024/03/28

Navigating High Conflict Personalities in the WorkplaceIn this episode of "It's All Your Fault", Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy are joined by special guest Cherolyn Knapp to answer listener questions about dealing with high conflict personalities at work. As experts in the field of high conflict resolution, Bill and Megan provide valuable insights and strategies for managing challenging workplace interactions.Identifying and Responding to High Conflict BehaviorThe hosts and their guest discuss

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28:09

The Great Custody Debate: Sole vs. Joint in High...

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2024/03/21

Is Sole Custody Ever Warranted Over Joint Custody?In this episode, Bill and Megan dive into the controversial topic of sole custody versus joint custody in divorce and child custody matters. They aim to answer the question: Is sole custody ever warranted, or is the principle of equal time with both parents always the best policy?Presumptions for Joint Custody vs. Sole CustodyBill explains that throughout the United States and most industrialized countries, there's a belief that both parents

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27:30

Married or Divorced? Examining Women's Happiness in...

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2024/03/14

Are Women Happier Married or Divorced?In this thought-provoking episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter dive into the complex topic of women's happiness in marriage. They explore recent research and articles that suggest women should get divorced to find happiness, and then offer their own insights and experiences to provide a balanced perspective.Examining the ClaimsBill and Megan start by discussing a book that claims 70% of divorces are initiated by women who are

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25:08

Navigating Concerns of Factitious Disorder: When High...

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2024/03/07

Navigating Factitious Disorder and Child Custody DisputesIn this informative episode, Bill and Megan explore the complicated intersection of factitious disorder, child custody disputes, and high conflict personalities.Bill and Megan start by explaining what factitious disorder is, how it manifests, and its implications in child custody cases. They share insights from their experience in family law and high conflict disputes.Key topics covered include:The shift in terminology from Munchausen

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31:30

Drawing the Line: Setting Boundaries for External...

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2024/02/29

Keeping the Peace: Managing High Conflict Issues at WorkOn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan tackle how employers and managers can set healthy boundaries around discussing divisive societal issues at work. They provide guidance on creating a respectful, productive environment when employees have strong, differing opinions.Bill and Megan explain that while online conversations may feel more hostile lately, research shows it’s often due to a small group of aggressive,

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34:56

Red Flags in Teen Relationships: Understanding...

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2024/02/15

Navigating the Storm of Teen RelationshipsIn this eye-opening episode of 'It's All Your Fault', hosts Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy from the High Conflict Institute dive into the turbulent world of teen dating and relationship violence. Aimed at understanding and influencing the complexities of young people's interactions, this installment sheds light on how personality disorders could affect adolescent relationships, the emergence of digital violence, and strategies for intervention and

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41:08

Red Flags in Adult Relationships: Understanding...

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2024/02/08

Bill and Megan explore the complex issue of relationship violence, focusing on factors that may predict aggressive behaviors and how to identify potentially abusive relationships. In this first part of a two-part discussion, they examine relationship violence through the lens of adult intimate partner relationships. The second part will focus specifically on teen dating violence. Bill and Megan provide research-informed insights to help us understand the roots of relationship violence and

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27:48

Setting Limits Without Going Over the Line

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2024/02/01

Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter tackle an important but tricky topic in this episode - how to set healthy boundaries with others when tensions run high. Whether it's a contentious divorce, difficult coworker, or suspected lies, Bill and Megan provide realistic examples and actionable advice to constructively handle high-conflict situations. Tune in to learn techniques to establish boundaries while remaining calm and keeping conflicts small. This episode delivers takeaways anyone can apply to

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Holiday Harmony: Keeping The Peace at Family...

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2023/12/21

Keeping the Peace This Holiday SeasonBill and Megan share tips for avoiding and defusing conflict at holiday gatherings. They offer insights from their work at the High Conflict Institute.In this timely episode, Bill and Megan explain how to prevent and de-escalate heated arguments that often arise when families reconnect after time apart. Listeners gain practical techniques to maintain a peaceful, enjoyable atmosphere.Avoiding Hot-Button TopicsBill notes that the high-emotion holidays can

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23:28

Pulling the Plug on a Hostile Conversation

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2023/12/19

Ending Hostile ConversationsBill and Megan share strategies for defusing tense conversations and exiting hostile interactions. They provide insights from the High Conflict Institute.Bill and Megan explain how to stop aggressive confrontations through limit-setting and agenda control. Listeners gain techniques to redirect heated exchanges into constructive dialogue.Defusing Tense SituationsBill outlines a two-step process for tense one-on-one interactions: warn hostile speakers to change

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