Stress is the body's reaction to feeling threatened or under pressure. It's very common and can be motivating to help us achieve things in our daily life, and can help us meet the demands of home, work, and family life.

But too much stress can affect our mood, our body, and our relationships, and our health – especially when it feels out of our control. It can make us feel anxious and irritable, and affect our self-esteem.

The tips on this Podcast should help, but if you have been experiencing stress for some time and it's affecting your daily life or causing you distress, you should consider seeking further support.