Divorcing a Narcissist - One Mom's Battle Paperback – November 30, 2012

This is an important book with a compelling personal story by Tina Swithin. A must-read for anyone dealing with a narcissistic personality in a love relationship or in a divorce. As a family law attorney, I have observed this dynamic first-hand in divorce and custody cases. The narcissist spouse thrives on high conflict and will play out this dysfunction both inside and outside the legal system for years. These cases are pervasive, insidious and difficult for everyone the spouse, the children, the lawyers, the court staff, the judge, and even the mental health professionals who are brought in to help. Because of the nature of the personality disorder, the narcissist can appear perfectly normal and be hard to identify and diagnose. Tina Swithin is living testimony that it is possible to meet this dysfunction head-on and to take proactive legal and practical measures to protect the children and bring the truth to light. What I found most compelling about Tina s story is that she has not just survived these battles but has grown personally and spiritually from her struggle. Her book is as much about her emotional/mental health journey as it is about her legal saga. Through her writing, blog and public education campaign, Tina reaches out to individuals and professionals dealing with this disorder. Her story provides valuable information as well as inspiration and hope. --Alison L. Patton, Esq., Attorney and Mediator, Author of LemonadeDivorce.com, contributor to Huffington Post

It was an absolute honor for me to meet Tina Swithin. Every day, Tina is helping women get through a painful period of their life. Last night after my Broadway show, I was greeted at the stage door by a woman who gave me her divorce papers to autograph. I asked her if she was ok and a flood of tears quickly ensued. I understood. I suggested that she look up, One Mom s Battle and that she would find support and great advice to help her get through divorcing a narcissist. Thank you, Tina for creating a wonderful resource to share!!!! --Christie Brinkley, Actress and Supermodel

I have been a dedicated follower of Tina's blog and writings since early 2012. She shares her story and educates her readers with thoughtfulness, care, and intelligence. Tina's motivations are clearly the love of her precious children and the desire to help others navigate the challenging labyrinth of divorcing a narcissist. Her dedication inspires me to fight right along side of her and to encourage others to keep fighting, too. Her message is one of inspiration and hope that one day the justice system, mental health professionals, social workers, and other counselor-types will "get it" and redefine what "in the best interest of the children" should have meant all along. --Paula Carrasquillo, Yogi, Advocate, Contributing Writer to the Washington Times and Author of Escaping the Boy: My Life with a Sociopath

Tina Swithin has gained international attention for her blog titled, "One Mom's Battle" and for her role as an advocate for change in the Family Court System. Tina has survived a Category 5 Divorce Hurricane and has taken shelter in her blog and new book, "Divorcing a Narcissist: One Mom's Battle." Tina currently resides in sunny California with her husband, two daughters and a three-legged tortoise named, "Oliver."