Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction: what this book will do for you -- Section I: Constant stress: reclaiming the power to succeed. From survival under stress to success under stress -- Controlling what you can control : the 50% rule -- Section II. Taming the stress of too much to do and too many obstacles. Changing obstacles to opportunities -- Get the calm and focus of a yoga class in 3 minutes (or less) during busy work days -- Strategies to reduce overload when everything is a priority -- Section III. Solutions for self-imposed stress: how to care less about what other people think. The fastest way to build confidence -- Quick fixes to eliminate anxiety -- Techniques for turning self-criticism into self-confidence -- Section IV. Rx for relationship stress. How to stay rational when someone is driving you nuts -- Shift instantly from anger to a cool head -- How to get other people to stop stressing you out -- Section V. Create success under stress all around you. A new perspective on balancing your work and life -- Call to action: getting others to own their 50% -- Appendix: the top 12 resilience strategies for success under stress.