In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
Passage:

If fantasies could be real, everyone might have wanted an ______ cut-off point at which they could instantly block out all stress. But, a ______ restless mind and an ego that cannot take defeat make sure that we keep worrying about all kinds of difficulties, including the significant, ______ and even imaginary ones. No wonder, most of us are suffering from chronic stress. For a majority, there is no escape from stressful circumstances. We can’t always shift cities, terminate relationships, resign from jobs, restrict social ______ and wait for ideal, stress-free conditions to come our way. But, we can change the way we ______ and deal with stress.