Stress

I often see a lot of experts recommending people reduce their stress. While this may be true for some older folks with high blood pressure, I don't think most people are anywhere near that level.

Stress isn't necessarily a bad thing. In fact, the more you can handle, the better. It takes a stressful life to be productive and thus successful in almost any endeavor.

I've always view stress a lot like weight lifting. The training session is the stress itself while the bigger muscles is the success and productivity that comes from it.

Also like weight lifting, don't expect to squat 500lbs your first time (don't take on too much at once). Instead gradually try to build it up.

If you're stressed out, back off a bit until you can handle it but realize that you're doing the best you can and improving.