Retired Navy SEAL uses a simple strategy to remain calm during high-stress situations. (via CNBCMakeIt)
After his 17-year SEAL career, Stumpf has developed a strategy to deal with stress and combat emotional decision-making.
It starts with recognizing the situation. Look for signs that you're anxious or upset, he says. For Stumpf, "one of the main things that I'll feel is my face starts getting really hot. Or I'll notice that I'm gripping the steering wheel too hard." Then, take a deep breath and try to look at the situation as objectively as possible. "Understand what it is that you're worried about and whether or not you have control over that," says Stumpf.
If it's something you have no control over, like what's going on in the stock market or what's happening in the news, try not to waste time and energy worrying about something you can't change. Instead, focus on what you actually can control, which are your thoughts, behaviors, habits and routine.during these times and shift your focus away from situations that are out of your hands. Try dialing down your exposure to the news, sticking to a routine and practicing mindfulness.
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