Want A Definition of Stress?
Here's A Twist On A Familiar Theme!
In the past while, I have read many a definition of stress. Most of these are scientific or theoretical. Sometimes the definitions are well-meaning, like a coach encouraging a client to get back on his or her feet, however none of the definitions, I have read so far, seem to challenge a person or hold people accountable for the choices they make.It seems that just like with the obesity epidemic, it's time to get a little bit, "in your face" about personal choices. The following intends to do just that. Please don't be too offended.
A Big Picture Definition
Stress is real.Stress is a problem in today’s world.Stress is out of control.Stress is making us sick.Stress is ruining our lives.Stress is capable of ending your life.
A Behavioral Definition
Stress is a choice we make. We put ridiculous demands on our bodies and we force ourselves to follow crazy schedules.Stress is within our power to control.Stress is manageable.Stress is good – Eustress is the name given to good stress and it is all about empowerment.Stress is bad – Distress is the name given to bad stress and it is all about disempowerment.
A Manipulative Definition
Stress is a game we play. We have been playing this game for so long that we have forgotten what the rules are and we don’t even know who to cheer for anymore.Stress is a tool we use.Stress is a crutch we lean on.Stress is a dance.
Whatever stress is to each of us individually, the thing we must never forget is that stress just IS. So you can spend a lot of time being stressed out over the fact that you’re stressed out or you can make a decision to do something about it. What is your definition of stress?
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