Part III

The Secrets of Stress-Effective Thinking

The ABCs of How Your Thinking Affects Your Stress — and How to Achieve a More Positive Outcome

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In this part . . .

check.png Understand how your own thinking can cause stress every bit as much as environmental triggers.

check.png Discover ways to identify your stress-causing thoughts and turn them into stress-resistant thoughts instead.

check.png Define your personal goals and values and find out how to view the world in more stress-resistant ways. Add humor, optimism, gratitude, and a sense of community to your set of values and see how much less stressful everyday life can be.

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