Ever lost your cool over something tiny-like spilled coffee or a snarky email-and then realized it set the tone for your whole day? đŹ In this episode of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine break down Chapter 23: âKeep Your Coolâ-your go-to guide for stress management, emotional regulation, and staying calm under pressure.
Why does keeping your cool matter?
- đ§ Practice makes peaceful: The more you handle lifeâs little annoyances with grace, the easier it gets when real crises hit. Think of every minor mishap as a âcalmness simulationâ for your brain!
- đ Your mood is contagious: Whether youâre a leader, parent, or friend, your reactions ripple out. Staying calm helps everyone around you feel safe and steady-even if youâre faking it till you make it.
- đ Learn from slip-ups: Nobodyâs perfect! When you do lose your cool, itâs just another chance to practice bouncing back, apologize, and do the next right thing.
Harry shares why even pilots and first responders practice staying chill, and Connie reveals her tricks for keeping her âgame faceâ on-even when her insides are doing jumping jacks. From breathing tips to smiling through stress, youâll get practical advice for handling everything from daily frustrations to big-time emergencies.
Perfect for anyone searching for tips on how to manage stress, keep calm at work, or be the steady presence your family needs. Tune in for real-life stories, gentle nudges, and your weekly reminder to keep your cool-no matter what life throws your way. đ
(Mini-episode, maximum calm-perfect for your next deep breath!)
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