Books like The upside of stress by Kelly McGonigal

Jane McGonigal, a game designer, turns her recovery from a severe concussion into a digital game that was studied by the NIH, illustrating how play can heal the body and mind.

Running counter to society's current prevailing message that things should always run smoothly--or, at least, appear to--and that failure or mistakes of any sort are to be avoided at all costs, The Gift of Adversity shows that such setbacks are inevitable. Indeed, engaging with our own failures and defeats is one of the only ways we are able to live authentic and meaningful lives. The book illuminates how each different type of setback carries its own challenges and has the potential to yield its own form of wisdom. Using stories from his own life--including his childhood in apartheid-era South Africa, his years after suffering a violent attack from a stranger, and his career as a psychiatrist--as well as case studies and discussions with well-known figures such as Viktor Frankl and David Lynch, Rosenthal reveals that true innovation, emotional resilience, wisdom, and dignity can only come from confronting and understanding the adversity we have experienced.

A Wall Street trader-turned-neuroscientist reveals the biology of boom-and-bust cycles to explain the impact of risk taking on body chemistry, citing the relationship between testosterone, decision making, and emotional health.

Eric Greitens draws on his Navy SEAL experience and personal letters to offer practical strategies for building resilience, purpose, and happiness amid life’s toughest challenges.

A practical guide to building resilience after trauma and adversity

"Discover simple, science-based strategies for beating stress at its own game When's the best time to exercise - and how much is too much? Which foods fortify the brain, and which do the opposite? How can we use music, movement, and motivation to boost our rational brain and keep our cool no matter what life throws our way? Short bursts of stress are an inevitable part of modern life. But how much is too much? Research is uncovering the delicate balance that can turn a brief stressful episode into systemic overload, eventually leading to inflammation, anxiety, depression, and other chronic health issues. This practical and groundbreaking guide reveals seven paths to fighting the effects of stress--to strengthen our natural defenses so that our minds remain sharp, and our bodies resilient, no matter what life throws at us. Each chapter examines a common stress agent--including inflammation, an out-of-sync body clock, cortisol levels, and emotional triggers--and presents simple ways to minimize its harmful effects with changes in diet, exercise, and other daily habits--including surprising hacks involving music, eye movements, body temperature, and more. Translating cutting-edge scientific findings into clear and simple advice,Stress-Proofis the ultimate user's guide for body, mind and well-being"--

Gabriele Oettingen reveals that pure optimism can backfire, making goals harder to reach. She proposes a balanced ‘mental contrasting’ technique—combining hopeful images with realistic obstacle visualization—to transform aspirations into actionable plans.

Bob Knight argues that the greatest leaders anticipate and prepare for a negative scenario. They succeed by expecting things to go wrong at any moment, and by building a realistic strategy that takes all potential obstacles into account. Knight uses fascinating behind-the-scenes examples from his long career to convey the power of negative thinking in sports, business, and life.

Where do working parents find real leisure? Brigid Schulte explores how brain, culture, partners, and workplaces conspire to cut away downtime and offers ways to reclaim quality time.

Jennifer pursues a strict diet and exercise plan in hopes of reinventing herself.

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Breaking Point: A Guide to Surviving the Break-Point and Rebuilding Your Life

NeuroWisdom offers neuroscience‑based brain exercises that help professionals enhance wealth—defined as money, happiness, and success—by reducing stress, boosting motivation, and improving creativity.

Undoing Perpetual Stress reveals how 21st‑century life’s nonstop pressures harm our bodies and minds—and offers practical strategies to recognise, manage, and recover from the damage.