About Stress Management: Stress: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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Stress Management Stress Management Stress Causes Stress Effects How To Manage Stress From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your Guide to Stress Management A recent comment on Facebook got me smiling, and thinking about various types of stress. How much is too much? What types of stress are actually good for you? While many people's answers to these questions would be "Any," and, "None," researchers have found some interesting answers of their own that may change these views. This newsletter has more on finding a balance of "good" and "bad" stress, to avoid "ugly" results--and yes, they have identified "good" kinds of stress! Read on for more, and have a wonderful rest-of-your-week! -Elizabeth Stress: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly What kinds of stress are good for us, and how much of it do we need? Here's what a reader said--an tongue-in-cheek comment that I think we can all relate to--that brings up another perspective, and also provides a nice starting point for a discussion on types of stress. Read and comment--I love when readers share ideas that are both relatable and helpful, and I'm getting so many great comments these days that are both! What Type Of Stress Is "Good For You?" What differentiates "good" stress from "bad" stress, and what are some concrete ways you can get more healthy types of stress into your life? This article gives a clear explanation, along with ideas you can use this week! See More About:  eustress  optimism  chronic stress How To Get More Good Stress In Your Life Here are some more ways to get that healthy stress into your life, and find balance so you don't feel overloaded with stress in general! See More About:  good stress  eustress  balanced lifestyle Can You Get Hooked On "Good" Stress? Can It Be Unhealthy? If a bit of "healthy stress" is a good thing, more is even better, right? Er...no. Learn more about finding balance between too much and too little eustress, and take the free quiz at the bottom to see if you've found that balance, or if you may be an "adrenaline junkie." See More About:  stress symptoms  combating burnout  enjoying life Stress Management Ads Stress Management Managing Stress Manage Stress Stress Tips Reduce Stress Featured Articles Fast Stress Relief Stress Relief for Busy People Stress FAQs Quiz: Optimist or Pessimist? What Kind Of Personality Do You Have? Free Stress Tests   More from About.com Backyard Chickens 101 Dabble in the self-sufficient, eco-friendly life with these essential chicken-raising tips. More> 24 Amazing Container Gardens These gorgeous and creative gardens prove it doesn't take a lot of space to create something special. More> This newsletter is written by: Elizabeth Scott, M.S. Stress Management Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Stress Management newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Ongoing Tools For Stress Relief Ongoing Stress Reduction Resources Free Stress Tests Facebook Stress Management Advertisement