Perception influences stress. This is critical to understand in order to reduce stress. Put another way, change your perception of stress and stress itself changes.
William James, the father of American psychology, phrased it this way, “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” Understanding this and the fact that the brain cannot hold two active perceptions at the same time helps reduce stress..
The opening paragraph of my book, “Discipline Without Stress,” deals with mindsets and perceptions.
It sets the stage for the entire book because what people perceive influences how they think and act.
Here is an exercise you can experience suggesting the power of perception.
First, close your eyes … >>>
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