When we encounter stress, we immediately evaluate the situation.
When we perceive “danger” or “needs for
actions”, our body starts off a chain-reaction. The
brain signals the production of Adrenalin and other stress
hormones.
These stress hormones bring changes that prepare
us to “fight or flee” – our heart beat
faster, we breathe faster, we are more alert, our body release
stored sugar and fat for energy, more blood flows to our
brain and muscle, and our other body systems down.
When
the stress is resolved, our body returns to its natural
or normal state.
When we have too much stress or persisting stress,
our body cannot get the necessary rest and relief to stay
healthy.
Severe, chronic and cumulative stress can lead to illnesses
and even death.
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