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For this assignment I was asked to select a topic in which we have studied during the weeks of nine through eleven. I have selected to explore Stress and Stress Management more in depth. In this assignment I will explain what made me want to know more about it. I plan on telling you what you should know about Stress and Stress Management. Lastly, I will discuss how Stress and Stress Management relate to success in my personal and professional life. Stress can be defined as the nonspecific response of the body to any demand made on it (Lamberton & Minor, 2014, p. 288).

Selecting this topic was very easy for me because the past few days have been very stressful. I have recently endured a stressful situation in which I have never encountered before. I recently interviewed for a new position, and survived the stress of the interview process. Two weeks later I received a call back offering me the position. This was great news, but the call came five minutes after I had arrived to work for my twelve hour shift. After, the five minute conversation I accepted the offer, but proceeded to tell her I would need to get back with her on the wage offer. The stress I felt in that moment was positive. According to our text this form of stress is known as eustress. Eustress is a good stress, not to mention it is desirable (Lamberton & Minor, 2014). On the other hand, my mind raced as I worked that day. The stress of a new nursing experience, the stress of turning in my notice, and the

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