Eustress vs. Distress

Eustress

Mia has been selected to deliver a speech at her school’s graduation ceremony. She feels nervous but also excited, and she spends weeks preparing, practicing, and refining her speech to make it perfect.

Eustress

Emma is planning her wedding. There are a lot of details to coordinate, but she enjoys the process and finds satisfaction in organizing everything for the big day.

Distress

David is struggling to keep up with many deadlines at work. He feels overwhelmed, fatigued, and has trouble sleeping. He is starting to dread going to the office.

Distress

Alex is preparing for the SAT. He feels anxious to the point of avoiding studying, doubting his abilities, and considering skipping the test all together.

Eustress

Sarah, an athlete, is training for an upcoming marathon. The pressure of competition pushes her to work harder, improve her endurance, and remain committed to her goal. She thrives under the challenge.

Distress

Chris is stuck in traffic on the way to an important job interview. He is frustrated, sweating, and constantly checking the time, worried he won’t make it on time

Eustress

Olivia is starting her first year of college. While she feels some nervousness about moving away from home, she is also excited to see new people, take interesting classes, and experience independence.

Eustress

Jordan is an ER nurse who thrives in high-pressure situations. The fast paced environment keeps him engaged, focused, and fulfilled in his work.

Eustress

Lisa is participating in a singing competition. Although she feels nervous before stepping on stage, she channels that energy into an incredible performance.

Distress

Mark just found out that is company is downsizing, and he may lose his job. He is extremely stressed, experiencing headaches, trouble sleeping, and struggling to focus at work.