Podcast Episode Details

[Part 1] Secrets to a Less Stressful Life by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Stress Management

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Episode 3350

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Episode 3350:

Dr. Lisa Firestone explores how we can manage rising stress levels in a world of constant distractions and pressures. By addressing the harmful role of our inner critic, practicing mindfulness, and embracing self-compassion, we can cultivate resilience and keep stress from overwhelming us.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/secrets-less-stressful-life/

Quotes to ponder:

"Take the time to ask yourself, 'what are the thoughts around my stress that perpetuate it?'"

"If you practice stress, it will become the norm. If you practice calming yourself, it can also become the norm."

"It’s possible to confront the reality of a situation without adding the extra weight of torturing ourselves about the possible scenarios."

Episode references:

The Atlantic article on post-election stress: https://www.theatlantic.com

American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org

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Published on 1 year, 2 months ago