If you’re a woman divorcing a narcissist, you’ve likely been told, “Just go to mediation and work it out. It’s cheaper. Easier. Better for the kids.” But what they don’t know is mediation without leverage isn’t a compromise—it’s a trap. Because without documented patterns… Without clear timelines… Without tying his behavior to custody and safety… You’re just another “emotional mom” asking for “too much.” And the pressure to “just agree and move on” will be relentless. Leverage is what changes th