But do you know what the difference is between “stress” and “stressors?”

The important thing to remember is that stressors are the cause of stress.

What Situations Become Stressors?

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What situations are stressors?

That can vary from person to person.

What seems like a threat to one person may be perceived as a challenge to another.

Ultimately, if you’re able to minimize your stress even a little bit it’s a good thing.

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