Receiver and recorder, not investigator

If someone who knows your ex well sends you a letter describing concerns about your ex’s behaviour, here’s how to handle it safely and appropriately: 1. Treat it as information, not evidence 2. Read and document carefully 3. Do not share the letter publicly 4. Assess immediate risk 5. Prepare a neutral, factual report Important: Avoid adding opinions, assumptions,… Read More Receiver and recorder, not investigator

How Long Extinction Bursts Last

An extinction burst occurs when a learned cruel or controlling behaviour no longer produces the expected reward (reaction, submission, compliance). Duration Phase Typical Duration Description Initial Burst Minutes → hours Immediate spike in intensity after boundary is enforced or silence is introduced. Secondary Burst 1–3 days Abuser may try repeated escalation, switching tactics or targets to restore… Read More How Long Extinction Bursts Last

Moral High Ground

When someone takes the “moral high ground” while their family has a documented history of serious misconduct, such as conviction for theft while in a professional fiduciary role. This is both ethically and psychologically complex, and it’s worth unpacking carefully. 1. Understand the Dynamics Psychological effects of this dynamic: 2. How This Affects Others When someone with this… Read More Moral High Ground

Bluffing and legal intimidation

1. Bluffing ≠ Confidence in Truth PsychologyPeople who threaten legal action without substance rely on a common bias: Most people associate legal threats with innocence or strength. In reality, habitual bluffers understand that: This is coercive persuasion, not honesty. 2. Years of Practice Rewire Behaviour (Neuroscience) Neuroplasticity means the brain strengthens whatever it repeats. In long-term deceivers:… Read More Bluffing and legal intimidation

My Day In Court

MASTER LIST 1. Financial Documents 2. Medical & Health Documentation 3. Digital Evidence 4. Will, Legal, and Estate Documents 5. Police, Legal & Official Reports 6. Witness Evidence 7. Property, Security & Surveillance Evidence 8. Communications & Intimidation 9. Miscellaneous but Critically Important The list goes on

Retaining and Maintaining Evidence: Why It Matters and How to Do It Properly

Why Retaining Evidence Matters How to Retain and Maintain Evidence Properly Practical Tips In summary: Retaining and maintaining evidence is critical for legal integrity, personal protection, and accurate record-keeping. By carefully identifying, storing, documenting, and safeguarding evidence, you preserve its value and ensure it can be relied upon in any formal investigation or dispute.

Tracing Your Family Tree: Expect the Unexpected

Genealogy has a way of teaching patience, persistence, and humility. You might begin with simple questions: Where did my grandparents come from? What were my great-grandparents like? But as you dig deeper, the answers can surprise, intrigue, and sometimes even shock you. Hidden Stories and Unseen Lives Family trees are more than lists of names and dates.… Read More Tracing Your Family Tree: Expect the Unexpected

Lucie Clayton Charm Academy (London, mid‑1970s)

Lucie Clayton Charm Academy (London, mid‑1970s) Lucie  Clayton Charm Academy in London around 1975 — 🔍 Historical & Institutional Context 🎓 Attended in ~1975 Although I couldn’t find a full syllabus or fee list specific to 1975, the following features are likely given the era and institution’s focus: Curriculum & Activities Duration & Format Student… Read More Lucie Clayton Charm Academy (London, mid‑1970s)

When recording/interception is illegal

Here’s a breakdown of what happens under UK and Spanish law when phone-calls are recorded/intercepted between parties in the UK and Spain — covering risks, rights, and consequences for all parties involved. This is for general informational purposes only and not legal advice. 🇬🇧 UK side ✔ When recording is allowed ✖ When recording/interception is illegal… Read More When recording/interception is illegal