As mentioned above, we all feel stressed out sometimes. But for some people, the high levels of stress persist on a daily basis. This can be due to a variety of factors, and we all handle the stress in our lives differently. It is common to see chronic stress in individuals that grew up in a chaotic environment, or may have experienced some type of childhood trauma. It is also common to experience chronic stress if you are a high achiever or have perfectionistic tendencies, as these can lead to you feeling like you can never fully “turn off” and relax. Individuals may also develop chronic stress if they have high anxiety levels, as these tend to go hand-in-hand.