You cannot always control life, but you can train your body to manage stress.

How to make your stress work for you - Shannon Odell · 5:29 · Video: TED-Ed · Watch at the source

In short: Stress is an inevitable reaction to life events like project deadlines or interpersonal conflict. This video explores how to prepare for these moments by training your mind and body to handle the physiological stress response more effectively.

While external stressors—such as embarrassing moments, family arguments, or looming deadlines—are often outside our control, our internal reaction is not fixed. Shannon Odell outlines strategies to better manage the body's stress response, drawing on insights from experts including David Creswell, Andrew Fuligni, and Adriana Galván.

The content was developed in collaboration with the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent and the Bezos Family Foundation. By understanding the triggers of the stress response, individuals can learn practical methods to navigate challenging situations with greater resilience.

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