I am entering what can become a stressful time in my life. I am approaching the end of my graduate studies and besides the required examinations within the course, I have a series of examinations for certifications coming up. Let me just be honest and say I am somewhat anxious about this...
Interestingly, I am taking a Stress Management course this semester as my elective... Was studying for a test last night and ran across this...
When a stressor is introduced to us, we naturally do two things. First, we evaluate this potential stressor with regard to how significant it is. Then we evaluate the resources and options presented for changing the outcome. This assessment eventually shapes meaning and emotions to this encounter. It is believed that stress isn't something that happens to you, but a result of the meaning assigned to situations and events.
With that said, we feel stressed when we come to the conclusion that what is being demanded outweighs our resources. In most cases, most of those demands are self-imposed.To sum it up, Stress is related to perception.
What is your perception about the things going on around you?
Yo Kid, that's good stuff and wonderful insight! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge, makes me look at my boss "stressing me out" in a totally different light.
Posted by: ARenee | March 10, 2009 at 12:07 PM