Stress Resistance

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If you asked me about myself, I would respond without any doubt, “I am Victoria, a stress resistant person.” I think maintaining full control over your emotional response to life's complications plays an important role in the way your day is shaped, and that of others. Confidence in one's abilities and a clear mind gives way to more calculated decisions, rather than falling victim to a potentially hectic environment. According to Dr. Keith Horinouchi, “stress resistance” means “the body’s ability to handle everyday stresses, preferably through a healthy lifestyle.” Now, stress resistance is my motto, which always reminds me how I should react to any difficulties that I face on my life's path. However, I was not always this way. I would say that this is a skill that I have slowly developed over the course of my life. Stress resistance is what helps me in every difficult situation. My mother was twenty-seven when she had me, and she always wanted a daughter. When I came to this world, my parents were the happiest people ever. They were always with me: bringing me up, playing with me and spending all of their free time on me. Unfortunately, I did not have any brothers and sisters around to play with me. When I played, I easily grew bored because I could not keep myself entertained alone, and because of that, I was stressed. I spent a fair amount of my childhood without many companions my own age. However, I had two friends, (who were sisters), that were also my neighbors. We met each other often and played together for hours, but it was not enough for a kid like me. I was always jealous that there were two children in their family, and I was alone. I always wanted to have someone who could be available for twenty four hours to play ... ... middle of paper ... ...t does not make you invincible. I may seem tough, but I am still a woman and I have feelings. When it comes to my family, I cannot be indifferent to it. I cannot simply disregard the love that I have for them, and how close we all have become. As Princess Diana once said, “Family is the most important thing in the world.” I absolutely agree with these words. The trick is to focus on the positives in life, and use those to strengthen every decision you make. You have to have faith in one's self, and to never forget the people who will stay with you, hoping for your success for the years to come. Works Cited "Nervousness." Merriam-Webster. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 08 Dec. 2013. “Princess Diana Quotes”. Brainy Quote. BookRags Media Network, n.d. Web. 07 Dec. 2013. "Stress Resistance." Stress Resistance. Dr. Keith Horinouchi, n.d. Web. 08 Dec. 2013.

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