It only goes so far = it has a limit

The backlash = a negative response to a certain action or behavior

To get away with something = to not have consequences for bad actions

To stand out (from others) = to be unique from others

Resilient, resilience = the ability to not let bad things bring you down

Inevitable = it will happen no matter what

To fester =

Ex. Death is inevitable.  Growing old is inevitable.  Leaving ELS program is inevitable. 

Ex. I have had a lot of unfortunate events in the past year, but I am still here because I am a resilient person. 

Ex. It’s good to have a lot of money, but it only goes so far when it comes to luring people. 

 

Question:

*When you have stress, do you like to help or engage with others, or do you prefer to withdraw?  Do you think Kelly McGonigal’s advice will change how you manage stressful situations in the future?

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