DO THIS Everyday For 7 Days To NEVER STRESS OUT Again! | Elissa Epel & Lewis Howes

Joy Focus

Elissa Epel emphasizes the importance of focusing on joy and positive emotions to counteract stress. She explains that positive emotions like gratitude and satisfaction can promote longevity and protect against depression and inflammation 1. Rather than waiting for external achievements to bring happiness, Epel suggests finding joy in everyday moments and practicing gratitude regularly 2.

Can we amp up the amount of joy that we have? Because that also is kind of a game changer for we're not even going to feel as much stress if we're focusing on the positive.

--- Elissa Epel

This approach helps to create a buffer against daily stressors and enhances overall well-being.

   

Relationship Quality

Building and maintaining positive relationships is another key aspect of reducing stress. Elissa Epel highlights the work of relationship therapists John and Julie Gottman, who advocate for daily acts of appreciation and support to improve relationship dynamics 3. High-quality relationships, characterized by support and laughter, are essential for reducing stress and avoiding negative outcomes like divorce 4.

It's similar to the idea of reducing stress by being present for people, appreciating them, showing gratitude, and not holding back.

--- Elissa Epel

Epel encourages expressing love and gratitude openly to create a positive emotional environment.