You may have wondered what it meant and what youre supposed to do about it.

Benefits of This Strategy

Below, Dr. Romanoff outlines some of the benefits of following this strategy.

Reduces Stress Levels

When you experience stress, there are biological changes in your body.

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Drawbacks of This Strategy

However, sometimes this strategy can have drawbacks to it as well.

Dr. Romanoff outlines them below.

This strategy can appear to be helpful on the surface.

They may not set or enforce any personalboundaries, which can be detrimental to them.

Sometimes, the minor things that trigger us are representative of bigger insecurities, issues, or wounds.

Instead, it can be helpful to appreciate the things you have going for you.

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