Success is knowledge plus action. Successful people are motivated internally. The ultimate cause of stress is reality. Life exists in a state of dynamic equilibrium, not in a state of equilibrium. Life processes work within ranges.
Problems arise when the ranges are exceeded on the upper or lower ends.
Boredom is as much a strong stress as excessive pressure, although the latter gets the most notoriety. Our body's response to stress is a built-in automatic system while the relaxation response is not. However, science has shown that simple exercise can induce the relaxation response. Activities such as deep breathing, stretching, muscle relaxation moderate exercise, positive self-talk, visualization, meditation, smiling and laughing are all beneficial. A Sense of Humor.