Recite a Comforting Mantra
Try slowly repeating, “Take it easy,” or “Everything’s going to be okay,” the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by a situation. You can do this out loud if you want, but you can also say it under your breath or in your head.
You can also keep a list of phrases on your phone for a quick reminder before a stressful work presentation or challenging meeting.
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