Stress is an unescapable part of life. However, the amount of stress a person experiences depends on a number of factors. While some people handle stress well, others tend to get bogged down by it. Too much stress could cause physical and mental problems such as high blood pressure, chronic depression, etc. By understanding what your stressors are, you will be able to take steps to cope with them properly, which will dramatically improve your quality of life.
In simple words, stress as caused by a change that may be negative or positive including losing your job (negative) or getting a new one (positive). Here is a look at 7 of the most common causes of stress.
#1 – Work
A person’s job is often a constant source of stress in his/her life. People worry about many work related things such as being replaced, the company closing down or letting employees go, getting passed over for a promotion, pay cuts, etc. There is also the stress caused by taking on additional responsibilities. Even though work-related stress can be brought on by others, people often put more pressure on themselves.