Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. ~Anne Lamott Finding, maintaining, and keeping our physical, mental, and emotional balance during times of stress and anxiety is as tricky as finding a perfectly secluded beach on which we can relax and recharge our frayed minds and hearts. But before we get to the part about managing our stress, let’s first identify the likely sources of our stress. Origins of Stress Life, at the best of times, has its own set of stresses. However, when those stresses are compounded by situations beyond our ability to foresee or control, the pressure rises in our lives. Are you affected by any of these? Financial crisis Death of a loved one School pressures Caregiving responsibilities Strained relationships Moving Loss of job Pandemic Natural disasters or severe weather Political upheaval Social unrest Mental health Health crisis and healthcare Buying or selling a home Family concerns Marriage Divorce Toxic relation