Its something we all talk about. How many times have you heard a friend or colleague say Im really stressed out today? Of course, many of us use the word stress very loosely. Often we simply mean that weve had a bad day, and now all we want to do is get a drink, sit down in front of the TV, and chill out.
But for more and more of us stress isnt just another word for hassle. Its something we face every day a constant thread in our lives that keeps us awake at night, puts us on edge all through the day, and fills our mind with tension and fear.
Do any of these phrases sound familiar?
I seem to be worrying all the time.
I just cant concentrate on anything and I cant get organised, either.
My memory is terrible these days.
I dont feel good about myself Ive lost my confidence.
Its crazy Ive got a hundred things to do, I cant start any of them, and Im bored!
Little things make me panic I find myself gasping for breath.
When I speak to people I find myself talking too fast.
All these things are symptoms of stress and sometimes there are physical symptoms, too.
I get headaches and I seem to blush for no...