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What is Stress? 13 Signs you May be Undergoing Stress

  Image via Unsplash Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or irritable?  Like life's challenges are piling up faster than you can handle?  We all experience that sometimes, but in some cases, we may be undergoing stress without even realizing it.  However, it's not easy to pinpoint if you are undergoing stress amidst life's hustle and bustle.  And if you think you may be, you are in the right place.  I've done research and come up with 13 common signs you may be undergoing stress.  Keep reading! Read Also: How to Heal Your Childhood Trauma as an Adult What is Stress? Stress is a physiological and psychological response to perceived threats or challenges.  It's a natural reaction designed to help individuals cope with difficult situations. When faced with stress, the body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which trigger the "fight or flight" response.  This response prepares the body to either confront the stressor or flee from it. There are two