Positive Under Pressure Book

Some people thrive on stress. We've all heard it said. And apparently there's some truth in the saying. Evolutionary theories suggest that stress was beneficial to our prehistoric predecessors by equipping them with responses that maximized their survival. Stress sharpened the senses and created the adrenal energy needed to fight or take flight. Apparently these responses are controlled by our autonomic nervous systems. But while this built-in system helps us to survive, it can be set off inadvertently and inappropriately. Positive Under Pressure will help you control your "pressure thermometer" and attune your angst. As well as explaining how to recognise the signs of stress (such as poor concentration, becoming reclusive and developing nervous habits) authors Gail Lindenfield and Dr Malcolm Vandenburg will show you how to harness and utilise your stress positively. Preventative care, pressure management and reframing the way you think are just some of the topics discussed in the book. It also includes examples of people who have succeeded in spite of setbacks. And by teaching techniques intended to modify emotions, and explaining strategies to relinquish stress, the book aims to encourage change and to help the reader take responsibility for their personality. Positive Under Pressure will help you cope with the ups and downs of life and reach an emotional equilibrium. So that, rather than be under pressure, you can be on top of it. And use it to your benefit.--Christopher KellyRead More