'''Stress''' is the [[emotion]]al and physical tension brought on a person’s reaction to the demands of life. If a person lacks [[stress management ]] abilitiessuch as the knowledge of how to remain mentally calm during difficult situations (See: [[mental toughness]] and [[psychological resilience]] and [[Sport psychology]]), stress frequently causes anxiety, irritability, and inability to concentrate. Stress can also lead to headaches, and a rapid heartbeat.<ref>http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/ghr/glossary/stress</ref> Many illnesses, such as chronic anxiety states, high blood pressure, heart disease, and addictive disorders, to name a few, also seem to be influenced by chronic or overwhelming stress.<ref>[http://www.medicinenet.com/stress/page9.htm#Conclusions_about_the_effects_of_stress Conclusions about the effects of stress.]</ref>
According to John A. Schindler, M.D. introduced the powerful concept of EII, or "emotionally induced [[illness]]," long before most physicians were aware of the connection between emotions and physical [[health]]. (1954) <ref>[http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1127502.How_To_Live_365_Days_A_Year How To Live 365 Days A Year.] (1954)</ref> Similarly, author Patrick Carnes wrote: "Stress becomes traumatic when danger, risk, fear or anxiety is present."<ref>[http://www.amazon.com/Betrayal-Bond-Breaking-Exploitive-Relationships/dp/1558745262/ref=la_B000APLA0E_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391183476&sr=1-3 The Betrayal Bond, page 3]</ref>
Charles Garfield, the author of peak performance books who worked on the [[Apollo 11]] space mission, says there is no such thing as a stress free life for people with an [[achievement orientation]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpOWLTJPmoY Charles A. Garfield and Peak Performance]</ref> Garfield said, "The only stress free people are dead people. There's no way that you'd want a stress free life."<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpOWLTJPmoY Charles A. Garfield and Peak Performance]</ref> Garfied, who was familiar with [[sport psychology]], said one should channel stress into performance.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpOWLTJPmoY Charles A. Garfield and Peak Performance]</ref> Sport psychologists teach athletes how to keep a positive mental [[attitude]] and how to stay mentally focused/calm during their performances.
== Causes of Stress ==
There are many causes of stress. But the important causes are as follows:
* Lack of [[mental toughness]] and [[psychological resilience]] (As noted above, sport psychologists teach athletes how to keep a positive mental attitude and stay mentally focused/calm during their performances.)
== Causes of Stress ==There are many causes of stress. But the important causes re as follows:* Lifestyle.
* Unhealthy diet.
* Bad relationships.
* Financial Problem.
== Exercise Stress management ==
''See also:'' [[Stress management]] === Exercise === ''"Health is the vital principle of bliss, and exercise of [[health]]."'' - James Thomson.
As time goes on, increase activity until you [[exercise]] on most days. You'll feel better physically, sleep better at night, and improve your mood. Join an exercise group or exercise with a friend. You'll stay connected. And you'll have support to help you stay on track! <ref>[http://www.medicinenet.com/depression_tips_pictures_slideshow/article.htm Tips for Exercise, Diet and Stress Reduction.]</ref>
Be physically active. Any activity’s better than none. Health benefits grow the more you do.<ref>[http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/staying-active/ Staying Active] Harvard School of Public Health.</ref>
=== Meditation ===
The body needs material food every day. The soul needs spiritual food. To start consider a [[yoga]] or meditation class or simply listen to music while taking a long, hot bath. Meditate daily, and soon your inner strength and mind power will grow.
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=== Other tools ===
Practice breathing techniques or try a massage. Also helps spending time with your pet or smile and laugh; it is said that: Laughter is the best medicine. Rent, buy or see a hilarious movie. This is guaranteed to help. Smiling and laughing releases endorphins, which fights stress, helps to relax and reminds you that life is more than just work. Even if it feels strange at first, make it a point to smile more often. [[Ibidem]]: [http://www.wikihow.com/Relax]
== Quotes ==
[[Image:Goethe.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right|[[Johann Wolfgang von Goethe]] ]]
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''Learn to relax. Your body is precious, as it houses your mind and spirit. Inner peace begins with a relaxed body.'' - [[Norman Vincent Peale]]
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''When we feel love and kindness toward others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it helps us also to develop inner happiness and peace.'' - The [[Dalai Lama]]. (much better if no reward is expected)
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''I am always busy, which is perhaps the chief reason why I am always well.'' - Elizabeth Cady Stanton.
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''We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.'' - [[George Bernard Shaw]].
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''Be absolutely determined to enjoy what you do.'' - Gerry Sikorski. (better if you explore your creativity)
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''We do not sing because we are happy, we are happy because we sing.'' - [[William James]].
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''What makes people happy is activity; changing evil itself into good by power, working in a [[God]] like manner.'' - [[Johann Wolfgang von Goethe]].
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''Fill your life with as many moments and experiences of joy and passion as you humanly can. Start with one experience and build on it.'' - Marcia Wieder.
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''As long as you derive inner help and comfort from anything, keep it.'' - [[Mahatma Gandhi]].
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== See also ==
*[[Emotional stability]]
*[[Naturopathy]]
*[[Herbert Benson]]
*[http://zenhabits.net/20-ways-to-eliminate-stress-from-your-life/ 20 Ways to Eliminate Stress From Your Life.]
*[https://freaktofit.com/stress-management-symptoms-causes-preventive-measures/ Stress Management: Symptoms, Causes, Preventive Measures.]
*[https://chatgpt.com/share/68a3c125-73fc-8003-83b0-b8f2241c49c4 Is avoiding stress practical if you want to optimize your personal development?], AI
==References==
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