MORE PERSPECTIVES ON STRESS

Moral codes: Spiritual values, measures of guilt, prejudices, repentance and forgiveness all contribute to the amount of stress you put yourself under. They become guidelines to the way you perceive situations.

Traumatic experiences: Injury, abuse, neglect and isolation are all experiences that shape the way you view things. An abused or neglected childhood could forever color your perception of life.

Social support network: Helpful and supportive backgrounds and a strong social support network of good friends and strong relationships help build confidence.

Print and fill in your Social Support Network.

Habit patterns: Always late or early, messy or fastidious.

Gender: Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus. Inherent differences between the ways men and women view and handle situations can be a source of conflict and lead to stress.

What unique perceptual influence affects you the most?