Familiarize Yourself with Types of Stress
Review the different types of stress discussed in Lesson 1.1, including acute stress, episodic acute stress, and chronic stress. Understand the characteristics and examples of each type.
Reflect on Your Experiences
Take a few moments to reflect on your own life and identify instances where you have experienced each type of stress. Consider specific events, situations, or periods in your life where you felt these different types of stress.
Record Your Findings
Create a list or chart where you categorize each type of stress and provide examples from your own life. Be specific and detailed in your descriptions.
Reflect on Patterns
Once you have identified examples of each type of stress, reflect on any patterns or common themes. Consider how these different types of stress have impacted your well-being and daily life.
Consider Stress Management Strategies
Finally, think about how you currently manage or cope with these different types of stress. Are there strategies you could implement to better manage these stressors in the future?
Acute Stress
Example - Giving a presentation at work or school. Physiological response includes increased heart rate and sweating. Episodic Acute Stress Example - Juggling multiple deadlines and responsibilities, leading to frequent feelings of being overwhelmed and irritable. Chronic Stress Example - Dealing with ongoing financial difficulties or a toxic work environment, leading to persistent feelings of anxiety and fatigue.