Positive and Negative Stressors

16 Aug 2020, 15:10

I do believe that there are positive and negative stressors and I belive both stress types play an important role in the holistic emotional wellness of human beings. Just as bad days are necessary for one to appreciate good days, so is negative stress important.

Kreads1 · Post by **Kreads1** » 16 Aug 2020, 20:11

This aspect of the book was really interesting to me. I guess I hadn’t thought of stress as a positive influence before. Now I can see how it isn’t necessarily the type of stress that can be the problem but how we manage it.

The example that first came to my mind was a student graduating from high school intending to go to college. They just had a great time their senior year of high school and they are excited for what’s to come, but college is a whole new sort of stress. It’s good for them because they are extending their education, but it’s stressful.

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 17 Aug 2020, 07:40

Nqobile771 wrote:
> I do believe that there are positive and negative stressors and I belive
> both stress types play an important role in the holistic emotional wellness
> of human beings. Just as bad days are necessary for one to appreciate good
> days, so is negative stress important.
Negative stress might not be always necessary. If at all it's maintained at low levels, then it can be constructive.

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 17 Aug 2020, 07:42

Apart from identifying positive and negative stress, I think it's also crucial to monitor their levels. Whether positive or negative, if the stress levels are high, they can cause other serious issues.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 18 Aug 2020, 03:13

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑17 Aug 2020, 07:40 Nqobile771 wrote:
> I do believe that there are positive and negative stressors and I belive
> both stress types play an important role in the holistic emotional wellness
> of human beings. Just as bad days are necessary for one to appreciate good
> days, so is negative stress important.
Negative stress might not be always necessary. If at all it's maintained at low levels, then it can be constructive.

Yes negative stress is named so, as it is harmful to you and not necessary. Positive stress in the mild short term can boost your motivation and competitive level and can also be helpful in times of emergency.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 18 Aug 2020, 03:14

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑17 Aug 2020, 07:42 Apart from identifying positive and negative stress, I think it's also crucial to monitor their levels. Whether positive or negative, if the stress levels are high, they can cause other serious issues.

Yes, chronic stress is always harmful to your body. So, the stress should be properly channel and care must be taken not to overdo anything. The way you can handle your stress makes it either positive or negative.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 18 Aug 2020, 03:29

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑16 Aug 2020, 15:08 Suzer6440 xyz wrote:
> I have always thought that stress is bad for your health. The one word one
> thinks of when dealing with stress is “negative. This is not so .
> Positive stress actually helps you get through things and handle situations
> better. I learned this through reading some of this book - I am super
> excited to read through this whole book now that I read a few reviews.

Indeed, Gustavo's work has been very helpful. I also didn't have a clear view of positive and negative stressors. But the practical guide has helped me learn a lot.

Yes, the idea of positive stressors was a term I had heard before but never got into detail. Reading this book has definitely increased my knowledge of stressors.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 18 Aug 2020, 03:31

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑16 Aug 2020, 15:06 Barbie_sidhu wrote:
> There are always two sides to everything. Same goes for stress. It can be
> negative and positive. Negative causes anxiety or panic attacks. But
> stressing over a right thing may lead to fruitful results. Hard work and
> little stress can provide long lasting rewards.

Very true, but don't you find yourself stressed by positive things to an extent the stress becomes detrimental? I think such moments can be categorized as negative stress moments.

Yes, definitely. Chronic stress not only breaks your motivation, but also plays a major role in harming your bosy. So, you should take proper care of yourself.

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 18 Aug 2020, 04:04

Howlan wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 03:13
Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑17 Aug 2020, 07:40 Nqobile771 wrote:
> I do believe that there are positive and negative stressors and I belive
> both stress types play an important role in the holistic emotional wellness
> of human beings. Just as bad days are necessary for one to appreciate good
> days, so is negative stress important.
Negative stress might not be always necessary. If at all it's maintained at low levels, then it can be constructive.
Yes negative stress is named so, as it is harmful to you and not necessary. Positive stress in the mild short term can boost your motivation and competitive level and can also be helpful in times of emergency.

How can positive stress be helpful in times of emergency?

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 18 Aug 2020, 04:06

Howlan wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 03:14
Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑17 Aug 2020, 07:42 Apart from identifying positive and negative stress, I think it's also crucial to monitor their levels. Whether positive or negative, if the stress levels are high, they can cause other serious issues.
Yes, chronic stress is always harmful to your body. So, the stress should be properly channel and care must be taken not to overdo anything. The way you can handle your stress makes it either positive or negative.

It is the same point I raised, you only structured it differently.

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 18 Aug 2020, 04:09

Howlan wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 03:29
Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑16 Aug 2020, 15:08 Suzer6440 xyz wrote:
> I have always thought that stress is bad for your health. The one word one
> thinks of when dealing with stress is “negative. This is not so .
> Positive stress actually helps you get through things and handle situations
> better. I learned this through reading some of this book - I am super
> excited to read through this whole book now that I read a few reviews.

Indeed, Gustavo's work has been very helpful. I also didn't have a clear view of positive and negative stressors. But the practical guide has helped me learn a lot.
Yes, the idea of positive stressors was a term I had heard before but never got into detail. Reading this book has definitely increased my knowledge of stressors.

Gustavo Kinrys has a heap of experience in the Psychiatry department. This book will remain relevant.

rahilshajahan · Post by **rahilshajahan** » 18 Aug 2020, 07:55

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 04:09
Howlan wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 03:29
Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑16 Aug 2020, 15:08 Suzer6440 xyz wrote:
> I have always thought that stress is bad for your health. The one word one
> thinks of when dealing with stress is “negative. This is not so .
> Positive stress actually helps you get through things and handle situations
> better. I learned this through reading some of this book - I am super
> excited to read through this whole book now that I read a few reviews.

Indeed, Gustavo's work has been very helpful. I also didn't have a clear view of positive and negative stressors. But the practical guide has helped me learn a lot.
Yes, the idea of positive stressors was a term I had heard before but never got into detail. Reading this book has definitely increased my knowledge of stressors.
Gustavo Kinrys has a heap of experience in the Psychiatry department. This book will remain relevant.

I agree with you on that note. His book is paramount evidence that he has all-round knowledge of the drugs and chemicals tending to the stress in our bodies.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 18 Aug 2020, 13:38

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 04:06
Howlan wrote: ↑18 Aug 2020, 03:14
Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑17 Aug 2020, 07:42 Apart from identifying positive and negative stress, I think it's also crucial to monitor their levels. Whether positive or negative, if the stress levels are high, they can cause other serious issues.
Yes, chronic stress is always harmful to your body. So, the stress should be properly channel and care must be taken not to overdo anything. The way you can handle your stress makes it either positive or negative.
It is the same point I raised, you only structured it differently.

Yeah, not really. Besides the harmful effects of high-stress levels, the way you can handle your stress is important. For example, when you are in the case of an emergency like being trapped in a fire or running away from danger, you are going to have high-stress levels. But it is this stress which increases the body's adrenaline and cognitive function and can save you from a life-threatening situation.

Miraphery · Post by **Miraphery** » 18 Aug 2020, 15:53

I agree that there are positive stressors. They help us in adaptation. Stressors become negative when they are unhealthy.

Nonso Samuelson · Post by **Nonso Samuelson** » 19 Aug 2020, 02:27

rahilshajahan wrote: ↑01 Aug 2020, 05:59 The book talks about stressors (reasons for one to stress) being of two types- positive and negative. I always believed stress was not good emotionally and physically, basically negative.
But now that I think about it, an assignment which you can solve with some hours of studying should be positive stress. Am I thinking right? Do you have any better examples?

I guess in the back of my mind, I always knew that all my stressful experiences were not the same. Some I dreaded and others I looked forward to. This book showed me the clear categorical differences. And now I can think of so many periods of positive and negative stressors in my life.

A positive stressor I can think of was when I lost my grandmother, and a positive one was when I got my first job. I got the wind of the interview on short notice and had to prepare myself for it in a matter of hours. I was technically the most unprepared. However, I aced the interview and got the job.