
Smart stress
The power of good stress
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This month, we’re diving into Smart Stress - how to turn stress from a burden into a tool for growth. The right kind of stress can build resilience, sharpen focus, and even boost performance when managed well. It’s not about simply “toughening up” but about using practical strategies to strengthen your ability to handle challenges. When stress works for you, not against you, it can become a powerful ally.

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This month, the team at Groov is exploring Smart Stress - how to recognise and use stress in a way that strengthens resilience and performance. Stress isn’t always harmful; in the right amounts, it can help us stay focused, adapt to challenges, and grow. The key is knowing when stress is working for us and when it’s becoming a problem, so we can manage it in a way that supports both wellbeing and performance.
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Smart stress
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Articles:
The Yerkes-Dodson Law Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
Stress affects performance differently for everyone
The Neurochemistry of Good Stress
How cortisol and adrenaline can work for you
How oxytocin shapes our stress response
Neuroplasticity Under Pressure
How stress shapes your brain
Boost Mental Resilience with Movement
How moving your body builds stress tolerance
Embrace the Stress of Disconnecting
Why taking a break from tech is great for your brain
Exploring the power of desirable difficulty
Can Discomfort Be a Good Thing?
The science behind productive discomfort
Why slightly overwhelming tasks help you grow






