By Brenda McCreight Ph.D.

Provide opportunities for positive stimulation such as reading a good book or magazine article

Don’t try to learn when you’re overwhelmed, tired, or cranky

Walk away (metaphorically or physically) from negative input

It’s always on the alert for danger

Calm yourself

Walk away - metaphorically or physically

Swimming

Walking

Running

Jump rope

Biking

Hiking

Classes

Brenda McCreight Ph.D

Workshop series

Increases cognitive function Increases improved decision making Increases improved conflict resolution Increases attention

Brenda McCreight Ph.D.

Workshop series

Yoga

Biofeedback

This calms the amygdala and activates the hippocampus

Remember that you are in control of these

You don’t have to behave like the person who has triggered you – it’s your choice!!

What is your negative self talk?

What are your worst fears about the stress source? Are they realistic? Are they in your power to change?

Who is supporting your false beliefs?

Who is challenging your false beliefs?

Brenda McCreight Ph.D. workshop series

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