Experts warn: Too little stress can harm health

Experts say that while stress is often seen as a bad thing, having too little stress can also be harmful.

Stress helps our bodies and minds stay alert, motivated, and ready to face challenges.

Without any stress, people may feel less driven to complete tasks and may experience a lack of motivation, focus, and emotional resilience.

However, chronic stress can also be harmful, affecting sleep, mood, immunity, and heart health.

The key is to find a balance where stress supports growth and action without overwhelming the body or mind.

To manage stress effectively, experts recommend regular physical activity, adequate sleep, healthy meals, proper hydration, short breaks, deep breathing, stretching, meditation, talking to friends or family, limiting screen time, and practicing hobbies.

If you feel there is not enough stress in your life, you can create healthy stress by setting clear goals and deadlines, trying new challenges, learning new skills, physical exercise, planning your day with purpose, and stepping out of your comfort zone.