Let’s not try to sugar-coat the obvious truth: Most of us are more stressed out than ever. One aspect of emotional regulation that Martin emphasized is choosing healthy distractions (versus coping mechanisms that may do more harm than good in the long run). Martin wholeheartedly endorses Raj’s go-to coping mechanism of calling (or hanging out with) a friend who can make you laugh. Feeling joyfully connected to another human during a high-stress time can help you feel better fast. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementHave a question or need some help with something you’ve been doing wrong?

Source: Huffington Post March 05, 2026 16:16 UTC