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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?
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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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