What Is Stress?
Everybody knows what stress feels like. But what is it really? The experts tell us that
stress is a state of being. It is not an attitude; it is not a sign of being unable to handle
things. Stress is a physical response, which, left unchecked, can lead to mental and physical
exhaustion and illness.
Natural stress in our lives is considered good. It allows our bodies to respond to
danger. You know the expression, "Fight or flight."
Unnatural stress comes from continued threats or dangers over which we have no
control. The body is alert for long periods of time with no chance to relax. It is
important to remember that the body, like any good machine, begins to wear out if it runs in high
gear for too long.
