Summaries of books about Stress & Resilience:
Performing Under Pressure
The Science of Doing Your Best When It Matters Most
Hendrie Weisinger|J. P. Pawliw-Fry
The book delves into the psychological and physiological effects of pressure on performance, offering strategies and insights on how to manage stress and excel in high-stakes situations. It provides practical techniques for individuals to improve their ability to remain calm and focused, thereby enhancing their performance when facing critical challenges.
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Unwind!
7 Principles for a Stress-Free Life
Michael Olpin|Sam Bracken
The book presents seven principles aimed at helping individuals eliminate stress and achieve a more peaceful, balanced life. It combines personal stories, scientific research, and practical exercises to guide readers in managing stress through mindfulness, diet, exercise, and other holistic strategies.
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How Learning Happens
Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice
Paul A. Kirschner|Carl Hendrick
The book distills key studies from educational psychology into accessible summaries, explaining foundational theories and research on how students learn. It bridges the gap between academic research and classroom practice by offering practical teaching strategies informed by evidence-based insights.
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Supernormal
The Untold Story of Adversity and Resilience
Meg Jay
The book explores the phenomenon of resilience, examining how individuals overcome adversity and trauma to lead remarkable and impactful lives. It combines scientific research with personal narratives to demonstrate how facing challenges can lead to extraordinary personal growth and strength.
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Emotional Habits
The 7 Things Resilient People Do Differently
Akash Karia
The book outlines seven key practices that resilient individuals consistently employ, such as fostering strong relationships and maintaining a positive outlook. It provides strategies and insights on how to cultivate these habits to enhance personal and professional success, resilience, and overall well-being.
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Everyday Vitality
Turning Stress into Strength
Samantha Boardman
The book provides insights into how to harness stress as a source of strength and resilience, offering practical strategies for transforming daily challenges into opportunities for growth. It combines scientific research with real-life examples to guide readers in cultivating a more positive and energetic approach to everyday stressors.
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The Return to Study Handbook
Study Skills for Mature, Distance, and Workplace Learners
Chloe Burroughs
The book provides practical strategies and motivational guidance for non-traditional students who are balancing education with other life commitments. It covers topics such as time management, effective study techniques, and how to leverage technology for learning, tailored for those returning to education or engaging in remote or workplace learning.
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Success Under Stress
Powerful Tools for Staying Calm, Confident, and Productive When the Pressure's On
Sharon Melnick.
The book provides strategies and techniques to manage stress and maintain performance in high-pressure situations. It offers practical advice on improving resilience, focus, and confidence to achieve success without succumbing to stress.
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Resilience
Why Things Bounce Back
Andrew Zolli|Ann Marie Healy
The book explores the concept of resilience across various systems, including ecology, economics, and community development, examining how entities withstand and recover from disruptions. It presents case studies and insights into how understanding and fostering resilience can help societies adapt to challenges and maintain stability in the face of change.
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The Burnout Fix
Overcome Overwhelm, Beat Busy, and Sustain Success in the New World of Work
Jacinta M. Jiménez
The book provides strategies and insights on how to manage and prevent burnout by integrating psychological research with practical advice. It offers readers tools to enhance resilience, productivity, and well-being in the face of the increasing demands of modern work life.
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