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Stress Resets
Jennifer L. Taitz
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Psychology
Self-growth
Mindfulness
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Overview of Stress Resets

In "Stress Resets," Dr. Jennifer Taitz reveals 75 science-backed techniques to transform stress into strength in minutes. Endorsed by Arianna Huffington as "a warm hug," this TODAY show-featured guide asks: What if dipping your face in ice water could instantly calm your anxious mind?

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Riding the Waves of Modern Stress

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Imagine waking up to find your stress has transformed from a crushing weight into a gentle nudge toward growth. In today's world, where three-quarters of Americans report stress affecting their wellbeing and global depression rates tripled after COVID-19, we need more than just coping mechanisms-we need a revolution in how we understand and respond to life's pressures. "Stress Resets" offers exactly this paradigm shift, blending techniques from DBT, ACT, and CBT into practical strategies that take minutes, not hours. Unlike wellness trends that demand expensive lifestyle overhauls, these evidence-based approaches work regardless of your circumstances. The key insight? Stress isn't inherently negative-it's how we respond that determines whether it crushes us or propels us forward.

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The Power of Perspective: Transforming Your Stress Mindset

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Emotional Mastery Through the ARC Framework

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Breaking the Overthinking Cycle

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Beyond Chemical Shortcuts: Natural Resilience

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Quick Resets for Immediate Relief

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Building Lasting Resilience

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