N.D. Stress threatens the immune system and renders us susceptible to a variety of illnesses. A stressor may be almost anything that creates a disturbance, including exposure to heat or cold, environmental toxins, toxins produced by microorganisms, physical trauma, and, of course, strong emotional reactions.
Stress is a natural, unavoidable part of life.
We tend to view stress as a negative force, but in reality, stress can also be a good motivator. We respond differently to the impact of stressors. It is a force in our lives that needs to be balanced or exposure to prolonged stress will deplete our vital energy and lead to exhaustion or illness. Most of us perceive stress as coming from the outside and upsetting our emotional balance. Each of us has a different set of emotional and mental conditioning, which affects our attitude, and therefore influences how we will respond to what happens around us.