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How can I reduce stress about things I can't control?

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How can I reduce stress about things I can't control?

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You can reduce stress about things you can't control by accepting the fact that there are things in life you can't change. Psychologist Erin Olivo, PhD, explains how accepting things in life as they are can be helpful in relieving stress.

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