Stress is a natural part of life and we actually need stress - but we must have the skills or capacity to manage it
. You might think that you are aware of a lot of the stress in your life, but sometimes the signs and symptoms are not as obvious as you might think – and they tend to creep up on you very gradually and insidiously.It is not the absolute presence of stress that is the problem, it is the level, the chronicity and the frequency of stress – and if we lack the skills or capacity to manage it.
So what is stress? Stress is what we experience when we feel under threat or pressure, and often in a situation that feels overwhelming or one that we cannot control. WhenA small amount of stress can actually be helpful. It can motivate us to act, it can cause us to find energy that we did didn’t think we had, and it can help us to get things done. It can also help uslevel if we find ourselves in an acutely stressful situation.
So, what are the symptoms you need to look out for? Notice your feelings – they might include anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, irritable or like your brain is in overdrive. Notice your body –are you tired all the time; are you having panic attacks or feeling nauseous or dizzy?.
can also cause stress because of big changes – such as getting married, moving to your dream job, or having a baby. Draw a timeline of what has happened – it might give you a clue as to why you are feeling the way you are.Once you have realised that you might be experiencing stress, and the impact of it, as well as any causes, it is great to try and tackle things to.
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