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How to make stress your friend (from A Slight Change of Plans)
Jun 9, 2024
Explore how changing our mindset towards stress can lead to positive outcomes and improved performance. Learn about the benefits of viewing stress as enhancing rather than debilitating, and the importance of seeking support during stressful times. Discover how stress research and technology intersect in promoting self-awareness and individual well-being.
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- Stress can be reframed as a beneficial asset for enhancing performance and creativity.
- Self-awareness and balanced viewpoints are crucial in managing stress by evaluating available resources.
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Redefining Stress as an Asset
Madupay Akinola, a stress expert, challenges the common narrative of stress being negative. She suggests reframing stress as a potent asset that can enhance performance. By adopting a stress-enhancing mindset, individuals can improve their outcomes, as demonstrated in studies where participants showed greater creativity and positivity in response to stress.
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