Introduction -- Understanding pressure -- Defining pressure -- Analyzing the positive aspects of pressure -- Looking at the causes of pressure -- Understanding how pressure leads to stress -- Recognizing stress -- Increasing stress resistance -- Assessing your pressure levels -- Preparing to handle pressure -- Overcoming worry -- Setting up your support system -- Being organized -- Improving your time management -- Exercising for resilience -- Eating and drinking well -- Learning to relax -- Coping with everyday pressures -- Responding to demands -- Handling conflict -- Dealing with difficult behavior -- Dealing with self-imposed pressure -- Coping with demanding routines -- Managing major life changes -- Understanding change -- Adapting to parenthood -- Handling work changes -- Considering relocation -- Managing a move -- Coping with bereavement -- Dealing with separation -- Assessing your ability to handle pressure.