Money, job performance, health and relationships - these are some of the leading causes of stress to people. We should become aware of the concept of stress. It’s not a mental health diagnosis. Stress is a normal pattern in life and we can learn to control it .
What causes stress?
In general, stress starts with a life change. That's usually true even if it feels like it's gone on forever.
For most people stress comes from one of four place.
Social and Economic
Interactions with people can be very stressful. A disagreement with a friend can raise stress. A major deadline at work might do the same. Trouble with children or parents is a very common source of stress.
Money problems are another major cause.
Environmental
The world around us can cause us stress.
Stress happens when you feel discomfort. It can come from things like traffic, air pollen, noisy neighbors, or being too hot/cold. You might not realize how much stress your environment causes you.
Physiological
What’s happening in your body can affect your level of stress. Lack of exercise or eating poorly can lead to elevated stress.
Illness or pain lower our ability to cope.
In addition, some life stages like adolescence and menopause leave the body more vulnerable to stress.
Thoughts
How you think about what's going on in your life makes a big difference.
Certain types of thoughts increase stress. For example, "black or white" thinking can raise stress. So can taking things too personally. Fortunately, other types of thoughts can actually lower stress.
How can you move towards your stress reduction goal?
You can try explore three different approaches. Each is a proven technique that has helped countless people reduce stress. With these tools, you can feel less stress and more calm and happiness in your daily life. The three techniques are:
Calm your mind and body. Paying attention to what is happening right now unwinds tension in your body and mind.
Reclaim control. Focusing on what you can change, and acting on it, can make all the difference.
Focus on what matters. Research has shown that people who have clarity about what is important to them, and keep their focus there, experience more joy and less stress. Not important to you? It can be put aside.