“Whether we perceive that the changes caused by a life event are exciting and that we can handle them - or we believe that they're overwhelming and beyond our ability to cope effectively - determines if we'll adapt smoothly and enjoy the excitement of a new experience or will feel stressed out by it.” InspirationalStressJoyful LivingPassionate LivingHealthy AgingCoping Management Book:The Passionate Life : Creating Vitality & Joy at Any Age Source: The Passionate Life : Creating Vitality & Joy at Any Age