Stress Resets: How To Soothe Your Body and Mind in Minutes

The introduction to this guide by clinical psychologist Taitz (How To Be Single and Happy) reviews the cycle of stress that many people get stuck in. With techniques rooted in dialectical behavior therapy and broken into three main sections, the book offers techniques for those ready to break out of those patterns. In “Befriending Stress, Living Better,” Taitz talks about ways to reduce stress through emotional regulation, adopting a growth mindset, and focusing on the big picture. “Stress Resets for Intense Times” offers 41 concrete, evidence-based techniques for body, mind, and behavior, such as reviewing pros and cons, box breathing, or taking a walk. Each reset includes guides on when, how, and why to use their tactics. “Stress Buffers for Building Resilience” is also broken into tools for mind, body, and behavior and includes ideas like looking for the good, prioritizing exercise, and even making the bed. While none of the techniques here are particularly groundbreaking, they are concrete, actionable steps that readers can start following immediately to reduce stress.