We’re also making it easier for you to shape ChatGPT’s tone. Preferences on chat style vary—from person to person and even from conversation to conversation—so we’re introducing more intuitive and effective controls so ChatGPT can better match the tone you want in responses.

GPT‑5.1 Instant, ChatGPT’s most used model, is now warmer by default and more conversational. Based on early testing, it often surprises people with its playfulness while remaining clear and useful.

Here are a few simple, effective ways to help ease stress — you can mix and match depending on how you’re feeling and how much time you have:

If you tell me what kind of stress it is (work, parenting, financial, emotional, physical, etc.), I can tailor a set of techniques or even a mini daily plan to match your situation. Would you like me to do that?