Stress is a feeling of pressure or worry. People feel stressed when they have too many things to do or when they are nervous about something. Everyone feels stress sometimes. Common causes of stress are school, work, family problems, or health. Stress can make you feel tired, angry, or sad. It can also make it hard to sleep or concentrate. It is important to know what causes your stress and find ways to feel better.
Examples:
I feel stress before speaking in public.
She is stressed because of her job.
He has stress from too many responsibilities.
GRAMMAR
We use the present simple to talk about general facts or habits. We also use verbs like feel, cause, and have to talk about stress.
Examples (Present Simple):
Many people feel stress every day.
Work causes a lot of stress.
Examples (Modal Verbs):
You should relax after work.
You can talk to someone about your stress.
VOCABULARY
Stress – A feeling of worry or pressure
Cause – Something that makes something happen
Tired – Needing rest or sleep
Angry – Feeling mad or upset
Sad – Feeling unhappy
Relax – To feel calm and peaceful
Responsibility – Something you need to do or take care of
Worry – To feel nervous or afraid
Problem – Something that is hard to deal with
Concentrate – To focus your mind
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I feel a lot of stress today.
This situation is very stressful.
I need a break.
Let’s relax for a moment.
Too much work makes me nervous.
You should talk to someone.
It’s okay to feel this way.
How can I help?
SENTENCES
Positive:
I manage stress by listening to music.
She talks to her friend when she feels stressed.
We go for a walk to feel better.
Negative:
I don’t sleep well when I am stressed.
He doesn’t take breaks during the day.
They don’t talk about their feelings.
Questions:
Do you feel stress at work?
What causes your stress?
Should I take a break?
Answers:
Yes, I feel stress when I have too much to do.
Work and exams cause my stress.
Yes, you should rest for a while.
CONVERSATION
Alex: Hi Maya, how are you?
Maya: I’m feeling stressed today. I have so much to do.
Alex: What’s wrong?
Maya: I have a project, a meeting, and my family needs my help.
Alex: That sounds like a lot. You should take a break.
Maya: Maybe you’re right. I need to breathe and calm down.
Alex: Let’s go for a walk. That might help.
Maya: Thank you, Alex. Talking helps me feel better.
LONG READING
Lisa is a university student. She studies every day and works part-time. She also helps at home. Lisa often feels stressed. She worries about exams, her job, and her family. She sleeps late and feels tired. One day, she talks to her teacher. Her teacher says it’s important to rest and ask for help. Lisa starts to change her routine. She sleeps more, studies a little each day, and takes short breaks. After a few weeks, Lisa feels less stress and more energy.
Questions and Answers:
Why does Lisa feel stressed?
Because she studies, works, and helps her family.
What advice does her teacher give?
Rest and ask for help.
What changes does Lisa make?
She sleeps more, studies better, and takes breaks.
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