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Question
Ranjan has faced a lot of mishaps in his life. However, he shows low levels of illness despite high levels of stress. What makes people like Ranjan resistant to stress?
Solution
Individuals with stress resistant personalities have a feeling of purpose and direction in life, which includes commitment to work, family, hobbies, and so on. They view life changes as normal and beneficial rather than a threat. Those who shun stress consider it as a challenge for growth and learning. As a result, Rajan is very resistant to stress.
Kobasa, a psychologist identified three main traits of hardiness. These attributes are known as the "three C's" and consist of:
- Commitment
- Control
- Challenge
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