From Stress to Success: In 5 Easy Steps (Miniseries of Three Books on Stress)

Research has proven that having some stress is not all that bad. In fact, it can serve as a motivator to help us reach our goals and objectives. Some stress, if managed well, can actually push a person along the pathway to success.In my private practice as a clinical psychologist, I often see individuals burdened by an overwhelming amount of stress in their lives. As they begin their therapy sessions, they quickly learn that stress can help them to change behavior, to develop better, stronger coping skills, to learn skills such as distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and better adaptability to life and all of its challenges. Much of the science on the concept of stress has been conceptualized as effects from stress that affect our minds, bodies, behavior, general functioning, effect on mood, and what actions we can take to essentially utilize our stress to turn it into a positive outcome. Based on the scientific literature, stress is known to cause or lead to strain, anxiety, tension, trauma, hassle, and worry. This book will help anyone to better understand what stress is, what causes it, and how to use it as a motivator to success. You will discover 5 Easy Lessons to conquer stress and overcome its effects to our health and well-being.