According to Mayo Clinic, stress is a psychological and physical reaction to changes and demands. Sure, stress is a normal part of life, but some may experience more or react differently to stress than others. Excessive or continuous stress can negatively affect your body, mood and behavior. Many common byproducts of stress are short term, while others are more severe. Here are some of the ways that stress can stir up your state of well-being.
- Aches & pains – chest pain, headaches, stomach aches and other tension or pain
- Insomnia
- Anxiety and/or irritability
- Lack of concentration or motivation
- Depression
- Changes in weight
- High blood pressure, which can be fatal. Learn why.
Learn more about these side-effects of stress.
Between holiday gatherings, family and work responsibilities, this time of year can be very stressful for many. If you’re experiencing these symptoms and suspect it might be due to stress, stop in your tracks, take a deep breath and take this assessment to rate your stress levels. There’s no better day than today to learn to manage your stress, stay focused and improve your health and happiness.
Want some shortcuts to squashing stress? Keep calm with these 10 Fast Stress-Busting Pick-Me-Ups.
