People perceive different situations as stressful. For example, some people are terrified of public speaking, but others crave the attention. How one handles a potentially stressful situation depends on a number of factors such as attitude, physical health, physical activity, support groups, and relaxation. Crabby people are more prone to becoming stressed than people with a positive attitude. Also, if a person s body is stressed from a lack of nutrition or poor health, then they tend to respond negatively to a stressful situation.
Physical activity is a good way to decrease depression and stress.
Being able to talk to someone about a problem, too, helps to relieve stress. People who live alone and have few close family members or friends are at a higher risk of depression and anxiety. So, to recap, you can try to manage your own stress by thinking positively, becoming physically active and eating well, reaching out to others, and either finding a hobby or trying some relaxation techniques. Of course, if you are still having problems managing your own stress, there are licensed social workers and psychologists who could help you.