Stress is now a major problem in many countries around the world. What are some of the factors in modern society that cause this stress, and how can we reduce it?

Although

not a new phenomenon,

stress

seems to have become synonymous with modern lifestyles, and it can have dire consequences for both mental and physical health. In fact, it is now a serious concern in many countries.

This

essay will discuss what I consider to be the two main causes of

stress

and suggest ways to manage it. Certain features of modern society tend to induce

stress

. One is the stream of information about local and world events bombarding us daily. Since the advent of the internet

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and

, more recently, smartphones,

such

events have become inescapable. These constant notifications about a friend's personal crisis or a natural disaster somewhere in the world can elicit

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feelings

a feeling

of helplessness and, in turn, anxiety. The modern workplace

also

exacerbates

stress

, for much the same reason. Whereas the working day used to end at 5:30pm in most cultures, now, employees, regardless of their position, are

contactable

capable of being contested

contestable

and often actively working well beyond normal work hours. Indeed, it is not uncommon for people to do over 60 hours per week, despite being paid for only 38. Reducing

this

everyday

stress

,

however

, is possible. The

first

step is to disconnect. When it comes to our phones and devices, we must curb our use of them, turn off notifications, and physically switch off not only from work, but

also

sometimes from the new cycle and social media. If we do not set these boundaries, the invasion of the outside world into our personal and mental space will only grow, inevitably leading to

stress

and related illnesses. The other key factor relates to lifestyle. Mental health experts agree that exercise plays a major role in

stress

management.

This

includes rigorous activity like running or boxing, but even low-impact exercise like yoga and

pilates

(trademark) a set of exercises used in holistic medicine

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can be beneficial. Ultimately, reducing

stress

involves protecting our private time and prioritising our own health. To conclude,

stress

is undoubtedly a serious and pervasive problem, compounded by modern technology and work patterns. It is

therefore

up to the individual to manage their time, devices and lifestyle in order to

stress

levels down.