The Simplest Way to Beat Stress and Work Happier

In this episode, Dr Giles P. Croft joins us to discuss how stress starts with our thoughts and emotions. He talks about how the mind works and its tendency to create narratives and predictions that stress us out. We also delve into the importance of allowing ourselves to calm down and letting go of the things we can’t control.Episode Highlights[05:20] Past YANAF Episodes with Giles[06:46] Where Does Stress Start?[14:00] How People Work the Same Way[18:58] What to Do About Valid Fears and Thoughts[24:35] Our Default State[28:44] How to Calm Down[32:03] Context Changes Our Thoughts [35:31] What Thoughts Do We Ignore or Listen to? [42:13] Stress Less[52:34] Practical Tips from GilesEnjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Sign up here for a FREE workbook.Join the Shapes Collective Facebook group.Find out more about our training here:Rachel’s LinkedIn.: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rachel-morris/ Rachel’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrRachelMorrisRachel’s email: [email protected] LinksSign up for our FREE webinar on Learn how to thrive at work, even in a demanding job on January 19, 2022 at 8 PM UK time!YANAF Ep 46: Default to HappyYANAF Ep 55: The One About AlcoholSign up for our FREE Permission to Thrive webinar! THRIVE Weekly PlannerThe Master and His Emissary by Iain McGilchristPsychology Has It Backwards PodcastWhy Zebras Don't Get Ulcers by Robert M. Sapolsky Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanLearn how to stress less with Giles’ free 4-step process!  Connect with Giles: Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | Youtube | TwitterMentioned in this episode:🟦 Permission to Thrive⭐️ Book Your FrogFest Ticket Now