Dealing With Stress
One method of stress management is called the TARP method, and it has been proven effective for many. A tarp is a protective cover thrown over something – a car or boat, for example – to protect it from the elements. Likewise, the TARP method offers a form of protection, too – protection [...]

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to stress:

Stress is the emotional and physical strain caused by our response to pressure from the outside world. 
The mental symptoms of stress include tension, irritability, inability to concentrate, feeling excessively tired, and having trouble sleeping. 
The physical symptoms of stress include dry mouth, a pounding [...]

In addition to the relaxation practices described in the “TARP” method, there are many activities and methods that can help manage stress. These include:
Humor
Many stress-management experts recommend keeping a sense of humor during difficult situations. Laughing releases muscle tension and helps a person maintain perspective.
Activities as simple as watching a funny movie, listening to a [...]

To understand what stress does to us, imagine you lived tens of thousands of years ago, at a time when humans were threatened by hungry animals such as saber-toothed tigers and wolves. Our caveman ancestors had to be able to react instantly, either by fighting the beasts or running away.
So humans evolved the ability to [...]

What Causes Stress?
We may think of stressful events as unpleasant ones, such as losing a job or having difficulties at home or at school. But changes for the better can also cause stress, like a new baby, a wedding, and a new house.
In an ideal world, maybe we could get away from stressful situations, or [...]

Stress is the emotional and physical strain caused by our response to pressure from the outside world. Common stress reactions include tension, irritability, inability to concentrate, and a variety of physical symptoms that include headache and a fast heartbeat.
It’s almost impossible to live without some stress. And most of us wouldn’t want to, because it [...]

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