REPLAY: Tactical Group Meeting - April 25, 2026

This was a support group meeting for divorced fathers where participants shared updates on their ongoing divorce processes and discussed coping strategies. Peter shared his progress on a collaborative divorce, focusing on financial settlement preparations, while Brad discussed balancing boundaries with his children post-divorce. Jude and Naveen described ongoing challenges with their divorce proceedings, with Naveen facing difficulties in California's court system and Jude dealing with parental alienation issues. The group extensively discussed the "Gray Rock" communication strategy for dealing with high-conflict ex-spouses, including techniques for remaining emotionally neutral, using brief responses, and avoiding justification or disclosure. Mitchell sought advice about implementing these strategies while under a restraining order, and the group provided guidance on maintaining boundaries and focusing on self-care during difficult interactions. The discussion concluded with reflections on how all participants initially wanted to maintain their marriages but ultimately had to proceed with divorce due to intractable issues.