Stress

Stress
Stress, we all struggle with it. "Stress" is a word we're all familiar with, some of us maybe too familiar. Stress cannot be avoided and it is not possible to entirely eliminate it from our lives. The hassles, deadlines and frustrations have made stress so common that it has become a way of life for people. Life is full of challenges, and a life without it is not only impossible but is also undesirable.
Stress is something that can't be avoided and it isn't possible to eliminate it from our lives. There are a lot of everyday factors that contribute to our stress level such as paying bills and running errands. There are also many bigger pressures in life that people don't necessarily deal with on daily basis, for example; divorce, death of a loved one, getting fired etc. People can create their stress by putting things off to the very last minute. To identify your own sources of stress you must examine your life and habits.
The hassles, deadlines, frustrations and demands of modern life have made stress so common that it has become a way of life for people. In small doses, stress can help perform under pressure and motivate people to do their best. But to constantly be in an emergency mode is bad for health and your mind and body would have to ultimately pay the price. when stressed, our bodies release stress hormones, including adrenaline and Cortisol. As a result, our heart pounds faster, muscles tighten, blood pressure rises, breath quickens, and senses become sharper. This is called the stress response. It keeps us on our toes during a presentation, sharpens our concentration or drives us to study for an exam when we would rather be watching TV. But beyond a certain point, stress stops being helpful and starts causing major damage to our health, productivity and our quality of life. The more our body's stress system is activated, the harder it is to shut off. Leading a stressful life can leave us more vulnerable to depression and anxiety. It can