Description
A Brief Practical Guide to De-stressing, Recharging and Focusing
Our published version of Tough Times Tactics was created by Dr. Tim Ursiny and Carole Cowperthwaite-O’Hagan to help you fight fires well and to actually grow and (at times) enjoy the journey during tough times. In this book they discuss the main strategies that they have used to coach their clients through difficult times.
Many people experience tough times. Situations may be different, but the danger of stress is real, no matter what the circumstances. This book was created by Dr. Tim Ursiny and Carole Cowperthwaite-O’Hagan to equip you for tackling difficulties and to help you grow during tough times. Here the authors share the main strategies that they have used to coach their clients through challenge and change. You will learn about the role of worry and discover ways to de-stress, recharge and focus your energy and attention. Each section of the book contains inspirational stories, proven strategies, exercises, powerful quotes and resources to help you continue your journey. Top performers find ways to enjoy all life’s experiences, and discover purpose and meaning in successfully navigating the challenges and leading themselves and others to a better future. The authors hope this guide will serve you in years to come as you build patience, persistence and strength through life’s many challenges!
Table of Contents:
Introduction: Tough Times
- There’s a lot going on
- People respond differently
Objectives and Overviews
Section I: Stress and Worry
- Sources of Stress
- The Psychology of Fear and Worry
- What we can do about it
Section II: De-stressing Tactics
- Three physical activities
- Seven energetic approaches
- Two mental techniques
- Three spiritual approaches
Section III: Recharging Techniques
- Four ways to pamper yourself
- Three activity techniques
- Five paths for building confidence
Section IV: Focusing Strategies
- Five things to block (protecting yourself from focus challenges)
- Eight tackling strategies (ways to bring out your best)
Conclusion: Helping and Guiding Others
- Calm the fight or flight
- Inspire them to more realistic closure
- Create a productive response
ISBN# 978-1442162303
