How the Successful Deal with the Stressful - by Mark Simmonds (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Tapping into the lived experience of 25 successful individuals, author Mark Simmonds explores the tried-and-tested psychological principles that underpin the strategies they use to combat stress, and offers practical advice that will help readers achieve their goals without breaking down or burning out.
- About the Author: Mark Simmonds has worked as a management trainer for the last 30 years, running courses and workshops on all aspects of marketing across the globe for many large organizations, including Unilever, HSBC, GlaxoSmithKline, Tesco and Philips.
- 224 Pages
- Self Improvement, Self
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About the Book
How the Successful Deal with the Stressful is a collection of strategies deployed by famous people to either relieve stress or build resilience, enabling these individuals to achieve their goals without sacrificing their wellbeing.
Book Synopsis
Tapping into the lived experience of 25 successful individuals, author Mark Simmonds explores the tried-and-tested psychological principles that underpin the strategies they use to combat stress, and offers practical advice that will help readers achieve their goals without breaking down or burning out.
Did you know...
- Novak Djokovic's secret to winning crucial points in Grand Slam tennis tournaments is practising mindfulness in the moment?
- Oprah Winfrey's top tip for staying positive and grounded in the present is gratitude journalling?
- Winston Churchill was a passionate advocate of the afternoon nap, even as bombs were falling all around him?
- Jennifer Aniston believes in the importance of a healthy morning routine to keep her day on the mental straight and narrow?
In this engaging read, management trainer and mental health champion Mark Simmonds poses the question, "If it works for them, why can't it work for me?" and takes readers on a journey through his own explorations into stress-relief strategies. Some, Mark has used for years as part of his daily routine; others provide an insight into the trial-and-error nature of discovering new wellbeing practices.
The book gives you access to a whole range of tried-and-tested stress-relieving routines, and just enough information and inspiration to help you decide which ones might just work for you!
Review Quotes
"Mark Simmonds' How the Successful Deal with the Stressful is a timely and powerful guide for anyone looking to build resilience and manage stress effectively. Through relatable personal stories, actionable strategies and inspiring examples from high achievers, Mark empowers readers to take control of their mental wellbeing. His humour and honesty shine through and this book is as entertaining as it is insightful." - Laura Fleming, Country Managing Director at Hitachi Energy UK and Ireland
"From Katy Perry's daily meditation routine to Ed Sheeran's advice to put down our phones, there's something for everyone. This is an easy and interesting read to find a mindful practice or two that resonate with you - all these mindful techniques help to navigate daily stress." - Adam Avin, author of Stress Less: Mindfulness for Teens
"We have all felt inspired by successful people at some time in our lives, but sometimes it is not enough to simply 'feel inspired' - sometimes we need a little extra help to find the motivation to move forward in life. Mark Simmonds' brilliant book provides a fantastic and, perhaps more importantly, a practical approach to achieving the things that we want or need to do, in an accessible and reassuring way." - Dr Dominique Thompson, award-winning GP, author and expert on student mental health
"Packed with 25 actionable strategies and wisdom from 25 renowned figures, it is both inspiring and practical. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate life's challenges with resilience and purpose." - Johnny Nelson MBE, former World Boxing Organization champion
"Mark is a real champion of mental wellbeing and uses his own personal experience to support others to manage theirs. What a great and practical guide that gives simple strategies and techniques to help with your mental wellbeing." - Kirsty Hunter, CMO at Innocent Drinks
About the Author
Mark Simmonds has worked as a management trainer for the last 30 years, running courses and workshops on all aspects of marketing across the globe for many large organizations, including Unilever, HSBC, GlaxoSmithKline, Tesco and Philips. This exposure to the corporate world has given him a deep insight into the impact of stress in the workplace. He is also the author of Breakdown and Repair (2019) and Beat Stress at Work (2022).
