Before Kelly Clarkson’s song “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger” is cancelled for toxic positivity, new research keeps the song current if you try a twist…A 2024 study suggests that resilience (bouncing back from setbacks) is more likely to emerge from stress if…paired with self-compassion! Building on prior findings that self-compassion lowers stress, the new study shows that even with rising stress, self-compassion strengthens. Self-compassion is being kind to yourself through challenges. Here are Kelly’s lyrics to “Stronger” and a Therapist’s tips:
1. “Thanks to you, I got a new thing started”: If you feel the “source” of your stress doesn't deserve your gratitude, I get you. But shifting to recognize that “stress” itself is strengthening your coping and problem-solving muscles, may boost productivity! Studied viewers of “stress-is-enhancing” messaging reported better mood and work performance than viewers of “stress-is-debilitating” messaging.
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