Positive and Negative Stressors

[Jack Robbinson]

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?

[Mercylib]

I totally believe that stress has both positive and negative effects. I'd probably say "positive stress" is that which helps us adapt to a situation (often a new situation) by pushing us to optimize it the best we can.

[Ngozi mouau]

I believe that both negative and positive stresses can have unique effects on our minds. It is true that both types of stress can yield both positive and negative consequences. When confronted with stress stemming from negative aspects of life, I personally opt to transform that stress into something positive. This mindset compels me to actively seek ways to convert the negative experiences into opportunities for positive growth and outcomes.