Stress can be positive or negative. Positive stress motivates us to achieve deadlines and perform well. If you weren t a little stressed, you wouldn t study hard for that test or work hard to complete that project.
Stress can also be overwhelming.
Like when the next hurdle seems 10 feet tall. If you re like others, jumping that hurdle is even more challenging when you have the weight of other problems on your shoulders. When you feel overwhelmed, normally achievable deadlines, commitments, and family responsibilities seem more challenging. It becomes difficult to see the positive and stress appears to be an enemy. Negative stress tends to be situational and short-term.