Stress can seem overwhelming at times. Today, Sam talks about how to look at stress differently, so it doesn't make us spiral.
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Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational p ... Show More
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When Growth Feels Invisible
When you feel stuck, it's natural to focus on how far you still have to go. Instead, try to pause for a moment, and look back. You may discover you've already changed in ways you never stopped long enough to notice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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301. Stanford Psychologist Dr. Kelly McGonigal on Why Stress Is Good For You and How Stress Can Make You Stronger
Originally Aired: August 26, 2020
You've probably been told by many smart people that stress is harmful for your body, but get ready to have your mind blown. Studies show that the BELIEF that stress is harmful is far more toxic than the actual stress itself.
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