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Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress
In recent years, stress has gotten a very bad name, but studies show that
some stress is good for us, increasing our immune systems' capabilities and
sharpening our intelligence. Bad stress, on the other hand, has the opposite
effect, weakening our immune systems and causing us to feel mentally
confused and disoriented.
Good stress tends to inspire us to rise to a challenge, so that we discover
and experience more of our potential. After encounters with good stress, we
generally feel stronger and more confident, knowing that we have what it
takes to pass the tests and surmount the obstacles that life inevitably
throws our way. Exposure to bad stress, however, leaves us feeling depleted
and anxious. Noticing how you feel is a good way to determine what kind of
stress you are experiencing at any given time.
The difference between good and bad stress can sometimes lie in our
attitude. If you doubt yourself and habitually employ the mantra, "I can't
handle this," every time life throws you a curve ball, you may be turning
good stress into bad stress. When stressful situations come your way, take a
deep breath and say, "I can handle this." It's hard to believe that such a
simple change can make a difference, but it really can. Expressing
confidence in yourself often gives you the power to turn a crisis into a
confidence-building challenge. However, if you find that you truly are too
depleted to face the challenges that come your way, you owe it to yourself
to consciously eliminate as much of the stress in your life as possible.
Take time to restore and make any necessary changes to your lifestyle.
Different people have different levels of tolerance for stress. Some people
actively seek out adrenalin-inducing activities in their spare time. Other
people find daily life stressful enough that they spend their downtime
resting and restoring themselves. Know yourself and adjust your stress
factor accordingly.
Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress
In recent years, stress has gotten a very bad name, but studies show that
some stress is good for us, increasing our immune systems' capabilities and
sharpening our intelligence. Bad stress, on the other hand, has the opposite
effect, weakening our immune systems and causing us to feel mentally
confused and disoriented.
Good stress tends to inspire us to rise to a challenge, so that we discover
and experience more of our potential. After encounters with good stress, we
generally feel stronger and more confident, knowing that we have what it
takes to pass the tests and surmount the obstacles that life inevitably
throws our way. Exposure to bad stress, however, leaves us feeling depleted
and anxious. Noticing how you feel is a good way to determine what kind of
stress you are experiencing at any given time.
The difference between good and bad stress can sometimes lie in our
attitude. If you doubt yourself and habitually employ the mantra, "I can't
handle this," every time life throws you a curve ball, you may be turning
good stress into bad stress. When stressful situations come your way, take a
deep breath and say, "I can handle this." It's hard to believe that such a
simple change can make a difference, but it really can. Expressing
confidence in yourself often gives you the power to turn a crisis into a
confidence-building challenge. However, if you find that you truly are too
depleted to face the challenges that come your way, you owe it to yourself
to consciously eliminate as much of the stress in your life as possible.
Take time to restore and make any necessary changes to your lifestyle.
Different people have different levels of tolerance for stress. Some people
actively seek out adrenalin-inducing activities in their spare time. Other
people find daily life stressful enough that they spend their downtime
resting and restoring themselves. Know yourself and adjust your stress
factor accordingly.
