How to Stress Less

How to Stress Less: simple ways to stop worrying and take control of your future by Benjamin Bonetti

(Capstone, £10.99)

This book is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn some easy ways to manage pressure in their lives. The premise is that we don’t “have” stress, we “do” stress; it is our thoughts and attitudes toward events that cause us to become strained.

Bonetti moves swiftly from explaining what stress is and how it affects your mind and body to exploring the potential causes and then on to managing it. Through a series of exercises, the author helps you identify your own difficult situations and provides practical advice for taking control and performing at your best. As we are all individuals, there is no “one size fits all” solution; Bonetti encourages you to work through the exercises to see what resonates for you and then adapt those tools for your own situation.

Although some of the information provided in the book will be familiar, having a comprehensive “stress manual” makes this a valuable addition to any PA’s bookshelf.

Kathleen Drum, Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Crossrail