In present scenarios, this is really normal. About 33 percent of people report feeling stressed and 77percent experience stress that has affected them physically and 73% are affected mentally. There are 48% of people have sleeping issues because of stress
We all tend to share a lifestyle in which Stress is so inevitable that one can’t avoid it. So we should learn to overcome it by mind balancing and natural herbs
Let's take one more scenario. It's the end of the month. There are a host of payments to make. You have a lot of bank work to do. There are work deadlines to meet. You also have to take some time out for your family. And you have a bunch of relatives coming over in a few days. Easy recipe for anxiety, isn't it?
You'll be able to identify with most situations like these almost every day in your life. Life in the 21st century is fast, and the challenge for each one of us is to keep up with it. With globalization and the rapid advancement of technology, life has become incredibly complex and pushes forth at an accelerated pace. It has infused within our daily routines, a mad rush which in turn induces reactions such as anxiety attacks, panic attacks and other stress-related symptoms. Thus, stress and anxiety have become an inevitable component of modern human life.
Did you know?
According to Ayurveda, physical and mental stress is one of the prime reasons for a host of health, social, economic, family, and relationship problems.
But before going into all of that, let’s first understand what stress is.
In scientific terms, stress is basically anything that constitutes a threat - real or apparent - to a living being. It's basically the body's built-in biological response to a threat, either real or imagined, near or far, in the form of a chemical or hormonal rush throughout the body, that triggers a fight-flight-freeze reaction.
Stress is not necessarily a bad thing. Our natural stress reactions help us avoid accidents, get work done, etc. Stress is good as long as it's temporary. When the stress symptoms are severe, prolonged, or frequent, then it's a cause for worry.
Now let's get back to the above examples. An office meeting or family obligation can cause slight stress which can help you be alert and get the work done. However, when it causes panic or anxiety attacks, or it leads to depression or sickness, then it's a cause for worry.
The worst part is that stress is pretty common among Indians. In fact, every 9 out of 10 Indians suffer from stress. A survey by MoneyControl revealed that 89% of Indians suffered from stress as compared to the global average of 86%.
Types of Stress
To develop better stress management skills, you need to first understand the various types of stress.
As per the American Psychological Association, there are three types of stress:
● Acute Stress - This is the most common form of stress. In small amounts, it can seem exciting, but large amounts of acute stress can be exhausting. For example, a missed deadline coupled with an accident can cause acute stress.
● Episodic Acute Stress - When acute stress becomes frequent and more consistent, it becomes episodic acute stress. People with episodic acute stress are almost always in a rush, short-tempered, irritable, anxious and disorganized. They generally have failing interpersonal relationships with family, colleagues, etc.
● Chronic Stress - Chronic stress is the opposite of acute stress in the sense that it’s not in the least bit exciting. It’s one of the most destructive forms of stress that causes a lot of pressure on the mind and body, affecting health. It generally affects people for a long time. Some of the triggers are poverty, childhood trauma, failing marriages, etc.
Causes and Effects of Stress
Now that you have understood what stress is and what the types of stress are, you must be curious to know what causes stress.
The different causes of stress are:
1. External
● Personal problems such as chronic illness
● Failing relationships or divorce
● Financial obligations such as loans
● Life changes such as the death of a loved one, shifting houses, etc.
● Social problems such as long hours at work, work pressure, discrimination or harassment, etc.
● Traumatic events such as violence, rape, accident, war, etc.
2. Internal
● Fear and uncertainty
● Pessimistic thoughts
● Rigid attitudes and perceptions
● Unrealistic expectations
● All-or-nothing mentality
