Amid these times, stress and anxiety have become commonplace, but there are those for whom this state of tension was familiar even before recent events. While some individuals maintain a serene composure under pressure, others succumb to stress more readily, encountering mental fatigue during various points of their day. Do you recognize yourself in this description, or do you possess responses that usher in tranquility? Respond to the following 10 questions to gauge your mental state based on your reactions to diverse scenarios.
How do you react when you receive a call from an unknown number?
I answer the call without hesitation
How do you usually feel at the beginning of your work day?
I'm in a bad mood this morning
Sometimes I just decide not to go to work
As long as I manage to get organized and start working quickly, I'm good
Someone invited you out at the last minute - how would you react?
I will start organizing right away
I'll agree to go out, but I'll probably regret it
I'm not usually into last minute departures
A friend sent you a message - how long will it take you to answer?
I will respond immediately
I'll think about responding later, but I'll probably forget
I will respond in a few hours
At night, when you go to bed, do you have a hard time falling asleep?
Yes - I feel like I'm not getting enough sleep because of this
It takes me a while, but it doesn't bother me
No - I fall asleep very quickly
When you meet a new person, how do you feel?
It's hard for me - I never know what to say
I tend to think too much about what people think of me
I love meeting new people
When was the last time you had time for yourself?
A week ago, maybe a month...
Every day I have time for myself!
How do you usually eat your meals?
In front of the smartphone or television
How do you behave when you suffer from an illness?
I ignore it and try to concentrate on other things
It will probably take me a while before I agree to go to the doctor
My health is above all else - I take good care of myself
How do you feel when you are alone at home?
As long as I have chores to keep me busy, I have no problem being alone
I'm pretty lonely on my own
You are quite a stressed person...
Typically, if you're someone who wrestles with anxiety, a crowded mind is a familiar battleground, with a persistent to-do list looming: be it work, academics, or family obligations. There's a plethora of triggers that can amplify your stress, instilling a sense that there's insufficient time to tackle your tasks, commitments, and aspirations. What you might need more of is the comforting embrace of your loved ones, and a gentle reminder to decelerate. In those instances when you sense life's rapid pace slipping through your grasp, remember to take a deep breath. Everything can be put on pause, and you deserve a dose of calm.
It's possible that your calmness is putting hidden pressure on you
Certainly, there are factors that induce stress, often arising from tasks demanding immediate action. The pressure to perform promptly can be paralyzing. Be it a pending phone call you've been dreading or a self-assigned project gathering dust in your mind – these stressors are a normal facet of life, but they are undeniably present. The key may be to tackle procrastination; addressing tasks head-on can liberate your mind to focus on less stressful pursuits. It requires diligence, yet the rewards of adopting such a strategy are plentiful and profound.
You are a very calm person
You are part of a select few with a resilient mindset, adept at discerning urgent matters from those that warrant your attention in due course. Your life, potentially filled with stressors, doesn't succumb to overwhelming pressure. This stems from your practice of attending to tasks in their own time, without overextension or multitasking excessively. With an understanding that some things can wait until tomorrow while others demand today's focus, you've cultivated a habit that significantly tempers stress levels in various scenarios. This ability to allocate mental resources where they are needed most at any given time serves you well. Kudos to you!
Shai K.
11/7/2023
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