Whether you are dealing with work-related stress, relationship distress, the death of a loved one, medical problems, parenting woes, exams, finances, etc., it can feel like stress dominates your world. Stress reacts to a stimulus that throws our system (mind and body) out of balance. It can also trigger the “fight or flight” response, which shoots adrenaline and cortisol throughout the body, leaving a person physically revved up and emotionally exhausted. Stress is a normal part of life, yet if you start feeling like it is taking over, learn how to reduce the symptoms rather than let it turn into something bigger.