In this article in Forbes, John Baldoni, an internationally recognized executive coach, keynote speaker and author, writes:

“Resiliency is nurtured through a deep sense of self-awareness. Harry Kraemer, former CEO of Baxter, Inc and professor of leadership at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management, advises being kind to yourself. ‘You’re going to do the right thing, and you’re going to do the best you can.’ Kraemer recommends using this mantra when the worst happens. ‘I try to repeat this over and over again. Worry, fear, anxiety, pressure, and stress can be significantly reduced.'”

Read the full article here.