How to Stay Mentally Strong & Resilient When You're Stressed Out

Listen to "The Friday Fix" on The Verywell Mind Podcast for actionable advice and exercises to manage mental health challenges.

Friday Fix Episode 67: Building Mental strength in the Face of Stress

Many people strive to eliminate stress entirely. However, stress is an unavoidable part of life. Challenges and difficulties will always arise, and even having nothing to do can be stressful.

Building mental strength in the face of stress does not involve ignoring or denying its existence; instead, it entails awareness and proactive action.

Stress management is a skill that can be learned and enhanced.

By developing this skill, individuals can effectively handle stressful situations. In some cases, it may require lifestyle changes to minimize exposure to stressful environments, such as changing jobs, ending relationships, or setting boundaries.

Managing stress also involves altering our responses to situations.

Our thoughts about our circumstances significantly impact our stress levels.

In this episode of the Friday Fix, we explore how changing our mindset about stressful events can significantly influence our body's and brain's responses to stress.

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