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Understanding Stress: The Good and the Bad When we think about stress, it's usually about sweaty palms before a big exam or that stomach-churning feeling when you're about to give a class presentation. However, not all stress is bad. In fact, psychologists often speak about a kind of stress known as 'eustress' which is actually beneficial. Before diving into what makes certain stress good, let's unpack the word stress itself. Defining Stress Stress, in scientific terms, is your body's response to pressures from a situation or life event. What contributes to stress can vary hugely from person to person and...