Positive And Negative Effects Of Stress

Stress is a factor such as a force or pressure through physical or mental means that creates tension to the body or mind. Anything that challenges you to exert an effort is a stress, like jumping or running. Job interview, making an office report, or an argument creates stress as well.

In many cases, stress is both good and bad. It is beneficial in short term. It enables your body to be prepared, organised, strong, and resistant against stressful things and situations. These are some of the positive effects of stress. It actually challenges you to become a better person in any aspect. That said, when stress is too much or prolonged, it may eventually cause harm. Stress is actually harmful when it happens long term. It is called distress. 

Possible and Common Negative Effects Of Stress

1. Accelerated aging
2. Broken relationship
3. Cessation of sex drive
4. Depression
5. Decreased productivity
6. Easy fatigability
7. Headache
8. High blood pressure
9. Hormonal imbalance
10. Increased suicidal tendency
11. Increased risk of various diseases
12. Isolation
13. Mental disorder
14. More arguments
15. Negative outook in life
16. Poor mental performance
17. Unhealthy lifestyle
18. Ugly appearance
19. Weakness
20. Weight gain

Easy Ways To Fight Distress

• Relax, It's okay to commit a mistake sometimes
• See a funny movie or video
• Listen to your favorite songs
• Read a good book
• Visit your best friend
• Isolate yourself in a peaceful environment to think for several minutes
• Have a vacation
• Eat a balanced diet
• Have a pet
• Have a body massage
• Go shopping
• If those mentioned above don't work, consider seeing a doctor. 

Life is full of surprises. It is supposed to be lived with hope, joy and gratitude. Acknowledge all the good things that are happening to you. Smile and keep going.