The Stress-Proof Brain Guided Journal - (The New Harbinger Journals for Change) by Melanie Greenberg (Paperback)

About the Book

We can't avoid the things that stress us out, but we can change how we respond. Based on the self-help hit The Stress-Proof Brain and written by a clinical psychologist and neuroscience expert, this journal offers simple, guided prompts to help readers harness the power of positive emotions, "rewire" their emotional response to stress, and cultivate lasting calm.

Book Synopsis

You can't avoid the things that stress you out, but you can change how you respond. In this guided journal, you'll find unique writing prompts to help you harness the power of positive emotions, rewire your emotional response to stress, and cultivate calm.

Stress is, unfortunately, a natural part of life--especially in our busy and hectic modern times. But you don't have to let it get in the way of your health and happiness. Studies show that the key to coping with stress is simpler than you think--it's all about how you respond to the situations and things that stress you out or threaten to overwhelm you.

The Stress-Proof Brain Guided Journal offers powerful writing practices based in mindfulness, neuroscience, and positive psychology to help you examine your own unhealthy responses to stress--such as avoidance, tunnel vision, negative thinking, self-criticism, fixed mindset, and fear. Through the brain-changing act of journaling, you'll discover unique ways to build resilience, empowering you to master your emotional responses, overcome negative thinking, and create a more tolerant, stress-proof brain.

If you're ready to harness the power of neuroplasticity and change the way you respond to stress, the powerful writing practices in this journal will help you shrug off the small stuff, deal with the big stuff, and live a happier, healthier life!

Written by renowned mental health and wellness experts, New Harbinger's Journals for Change combine evidence-based psychology with proven-effective guided journaling techniques to help you make lasting personal change--one page at a time.

Review Quotes

"Melanie Greenberg's TheStress-Proof Brain Guided Journal is a game changer. Blending neuroscience and practical exercises, she offers a transformative road map to calm and resilience. For anyone seeking to navigate life's challenges with grace, this journal is your compass!"
--Elisha Goldstein, PhD, author of Uncovering Happiness, and coauthor of A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook--Elisha Goldstein, PhD

"The Stress-Proof Brain Guided Journal expertly pinpoints your stressors--be they from day-to-day life, at work, from a lingering trauma, or in your relationships. Insightful, personalized steps teach you how to alter your emotional response to individual stressors and guide you to a calmer, more resilient, happier you. It's a win-win guide for anyone who wants to build their brain power and be able to manage their stress and anxiety. Who doesn't want to do that?"
--Susan Newman, PhD, social psychologist, and author of The Book of No--Susan Newman, PhD

"The Stress-Proof Brain Guided Journal is a brilliant fusion of neuroscience research and practical self-help. This book expertly guides readers through transformative writing exercises, offering a clear path to rewiring emotional responses to stress. Backed by neuroscience insights, it empowers individuals to cultivate resilience and lasting calm. A must-read for anyone seeking a science-backed, hands-on approach to managing stress and achieving emotional well-being."
--Tara Well, PhD, associate professor of psychology at Barnard College, and author of Mirror Meditation--Tara Well, PhD

"A great resource for those looking to decrease stress and anxiety through practical take-home skills. Many of my clients struggle with childhood or relationship traumas that often get in the way of their healing. This book provides a trauma-informed approach to observing, reflecting on, and changing some of the anxious patterns that creep up. I recommend it to those looking for a guide to help!"
--Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACS, psychotherapist, and specialist in relational trauma; and author of three books, including Breaking the Cycle--Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACS

"Melanie Greenberg offers a comprehensive and invaluable resource for readers seeking relief from stress. With brilliantly structured journal prompts, readers learn how to rewire the brain's natural negative bias to feel happier and cope better. She translates complex neuropsychology concepts into bite-sized, actionable remedies helpful to anyone seeking lasting relief from worry and stress. This book is a remarkable and much-needed prescription for mental health and well-being."
--Gina Simmons Schneider, PhD, psychotherapist, executive coach, and author of Frazzlebrain--Gina Simmons Schneider, PhD

"Melanie Greenberg's scientific approach to managing stress is much needed in our modern world. By breaking down this science into actionable exercises, her workbook makes these skills even easier to digest and use in real life. For anyone who is struggling with stress, The Stress-Proof Brain Guided Journal is a great resource!"
--Tchiki Davis, founder of The Berkeley Well-Being Institute--Tchiki Davis

"Through brilliantly curated writing exercises on everything from taming negative self-talk to surfing your emotions, Melanie Greenberg puts the tools for stress-proofing in your hands. Follow her lead to train your brain with the rock-solid mental muscle needed to not only survive, but thrive!"
--Albert Wong, PhD, director of the trauma certificate program at Somatopia--Albert Wong, PhD

About the Author

Melanie Greenberg, PhD, is a practicing psychologist, author, speaker, and coach in San Diego and throughout California; an expert on managing stress, health, and relationships using proven techniques from neuroscience, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); and author of The Stress-Proof Brain. With more than twenty years of experience as a professor, writer, researcher, clinician, and coach, She has delivered workshops and talks to national and international audiences.

Greenberg writes the Mindful Self-Express blog for Psychology Today, and is a popular media expert who has been quoted on CNN, Forbes, BBC Radio, ABC News, Yahoo! Shine, and Lifehacker; as well as in Self, Redbook, Men's Health, Women's Health, Fitness, Woman's Day, Cosmopolitan, and HuffPost. She has also appeared on radio shows like Leading with Emotional Intelligence, The Best People We Know, Inner Healers, and Winning Life Through Pain. Greenberg was named one of the thirty most prominent psychologists to follow on Twitter.