I thought I was losing my mind. One thing after another Many things cause stress. The events of the day can wreak havoc, emotionally and physically. Then there are deep-seated worries and fears about our health or the health of a loved one, about a job, about money, about family problems. Even one's spiritual life, such as an unfulfilled longing for God, can create strain.
Happy events can produce stress, too.
Ask any couple planning their wedding. A new job can cause as much anxiety as worry over losing a job. Over time our view of what is stressful changes. Parents may not understand the difficulties their teens face, such as pressure from other teens. Likewise, teens often don't appreciate their parents' worries.