This is where a stress reaction comes in handy. You want your body to be ready to flee or fight. You need that burst of adrenaline, your muscles tense. Stress was key to our survival. And it still is - like when you are trying to dodge an oncoming car, or when you are facing a deadline and need stress to help you perform at your peak.
Stress can even be enjoyable.
But we let too many little things get to us, and long lasting stress can exhaust the body and mind. Crying over spilt milk doesn t do anyone a bit of good, and too much stress can lead to muscle tension, fatigue, nightmares, memory problems, depression, and has even been linked to serious illnesses such as heart disease. 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.