From Anxiety to Zen

Narcissism

Why a Narcissistic Co-Parent Won't Be Reasonable

Linda Esposito LCSW on March 29, 2021

Are you stymied by your ex's contrary ways and the effects on your children? A few adjustments can go a long way.

Are you stymied by your ex's contrary ways and the effects on your children? A few adjustments can go a long way.

Personality

The Dirty 8 Personality Traits of High-Conflict Co-Parents

Linda Esposito LCSW on March 9, 2021

Whether you're new to the co-parenting game or a veteran of the high-conflict conundrum, you can simplify the process with a few solid steps.

Whether you're new to the co-parenting game or a veteran of the high-conflict conundrum, you can simplify the process with a few solid steps.

Health

Journal Your Way Toward Improved Mental Health

Linda Esposito LCSW on February 16, 2021

When your thoughts are racing and you don't feel in control, putting pen to paper can go a long way toward calming your mind.

When your thoughts are racing and you don't feel in control, putting pen to paper can go a long way toward calming your mind.

Anxiety

What if 2020 Is Only the Beginning?

Linda Esposito LCSW on December 31, 2020

No one knows what the new year will bring. Suspension of the catastrophic "what ifs" goes a long way toward acceptance.

No one knows what the new year will bring. Suspension of the catastrophic "what ifs" goes a long way toward acceptance.

Anger

Worry, Stress and Rage: Anger’s Toll on the Heart

Linda Esposito LCSW on December 15, 2020

Learning to manage uncomfortable emotions could help extend your life.

Learning to manage uncomfortable emotions could help extend your life.

Anxiety

How to Cope With Anticipatory Anxiety

Linda Esposito LCSW on November 4, 2020

Unprecedented world events can make us feel helpless and unsafe. A few adjustments can go a long way toward agency and inner peace.

Unprecedented world events can make us feel helpless and unsafe. A few adjustments can go a long way toward agency and inner peace.

Sex

4 Signs You May Need a Couple’s Reboot

Linda Esposito LCSW on September 30, 2020

Living with someone 24-7 can be a drag. A few adjustments can go a long way toward restoring balance and harmony to your partnership.

Living with someone 24-7 can be a drag. A few adjustments can go a long way toward restoring balance and harmony to your partnership.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

The Undisputed Truth About Human Behavior and COVID-19

Linda Esposito LCSW on August 11, 2020

Is your family coming apart at the seams? A single truth can help you navigate difficult situations, even if everyone around you is on a different page.

Is your family coming apart at the seams? A single truth can help you navigate difficult situations, even if everyone around you is on a different page.

Anxiety

How Healthy Anxious People Harness Anxiety

Linda Esposito LCSW on August 3, 2020

Do you find yourself more jumpy, edgy, and short on patience these days? If so, these strategies can help you reach a functional anxious state, with more peace of mind.

Do you find yourself more jumpy, edgy, and short on patience these days? If so, these strategies can help you reach a functional anxious state, with more peace of mind.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Heaven and Hell: Unsettling Anxious Reactions to COVID-19

Linda Esposito LCSW on May 22, 2020

No doubt many of us are riding the "Hot Mess Express" these days. But self-absorption and a lack of compassion are never healthy for dealing with uncertain times.

No doubt many of us are riding the "Hot Mess Express" these days. But self-absorption and a lack of compassion are never healthy for dealing with uncertain times.

Parenting

Coping with COVID-19 Co-Parenting Challenges

Linda Esposito LCSW on May 11, 2020

Your ex likely reacts to stress and uncertainty in the same manner as before the pandemic. Learn co-parenting workarounds to address common problems, while retaining your sanity.

Your ex likely reacts to stress and uncertainty in the same manner as before the pandemic. Learn co-parenting workarounds to address common problems, while retaining your sanity.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

COVID-19 Anxiety: When Older Adults Insist on Breaking Bad

Linda Esposito LCSW on April 2, 2020

Do your parents still think they're going on that seven-day cruise in May? A few tactics can help you help them see our new reality.

Do your parents still think they're going on that seven-day cruise in May? A few tactics can help you help them see our new reality.

Health

19 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During COVID-19

Linda Esposito LCSW on March 14, 2020

We all have a daily option: Practice peace or practice stress. Which side of the fence are you on?

We all have a daily option: Practice peace or practice stress. Which side of the fence are you on?

Stress

Stress-Proof Your Brain: How to Avoid Overreacting

Linda Esposito LCSW on March 13, 2020

Are you primed to lash out when stressed? Make the necessary changes to cultivate calm and confidence during conflict.

Are you primed to lash out when stressed? Make the necessary changes to cultivate calm and confidence during conflict.

Anxiety

The Anxiety Angle Nobody Talks About (but Should)

Linda Esposito LCSW on February 24, 2020

Are others around you sick and tired of you being sick and tired? Maybe it's time to get out of your head and into something else.

Are others around you sick and tired of you being sick and tired? Maybe it's time to get out of your head and into something else.

Anxiety

Anxiety Relief: You Are Not Bound by Your Biology

Linda Esposito LCSW on December 29, 2019

Are you sabotaging your efforts at experiencing peace of mind? Try these five calming tips.

Are you sabotaging your efforts at experiencing peace of mind? Try these five calming tips.

Narcissism

The Intentional Art of Not Raising a Narcissist

Linda Esposito LCSW on December 20, 2019

Worried that your kid will grow up with the same personality as their difficult mom or dad? Follow these steps to increase psychological durability.

Worried that your kid will grow up with the same personality as their difficult mom or dad? Follow these steps to increase psychological durability.

Parenting

Eight Questions to Ask When Choosing a Coparenting Counselor

Linda Esposito LCSW on November 4, 2019

Has the family court system hit you with another parenting penalty? Choosing who's in your clinical corner can make all the difference for you and your children.

Has the family court system hit you with another parenting penalty? Choosing who's in your clinical corner can make all the difference for you and your children.

Anxiety

17 Things to Curb Your Anxiety That Don’t Involve Therapy

Linda Esposito LCSW on September 9, 2019

Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Anxiety solutions without spending time, energy, and money on therapy.

Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Anxiety solutions without spending time, energy, and money on therapy.

Parenting

Co-Parenting Without Chaos: 3 Boundaries to Have and to Hold

Linda Esposito LCSW on September 4, 2019

Just because your divorce wasn't contentious doesn't mean co-parenting will always be smooth. Learn how to handle in-between bouts of instability.

Just because your divorce wasn't contentious doesn't mean co-parenting will always be smooth. Learn how to handle in-between bouts of instability.