When it comes right down to it, there is a big difference in pressure vs stress. Pressure can be a positive feeling, a challenge to be overcome, while stress is almost always entirely negative.

Still, the two feelings are linked in most people, and a lot of times pressure causes stress. We’re going to look at the similarities between the two, and also explain the differences in pressure vs. stress.

What is Stress?

Nearly everyone knows what stress feels like. It’s a nauseating ball in the pit of your stomach, or a sweaty feeling of dread at completing an assignment. Continue reading →

There are numerous situations that cause pressure. We usually think of causes of pressure as being negative, such as a rocky relationship or an exhausting work schedule. However, anything which puts high demands on you or forces you to adjust can cause pressure.

This includes positive events such as purchasing a house, receiving a promotion, getting married or going to college. Pressure can also be self-generated, for example, when you have pessimistic thoughts about life.

What causes pressure depends, at least in part, on your perception of it. Below are six common causes of pressure: Continue reading →