Stress can be chronic and sometimes it is acute. With chronic stress, we might not even realize how stressed we are until a physical ailment brings the issue to our attention. In the course of our lives, we have learned different ways of coping with stress. However, sometimes those automated stress responses fall short in serving our best interests as an adult. Are you one of those people that cannot just sit still, relax, do nothing and take your mind off work? Maybe something particularly stressful happened and you struggle with the emotions it brought up? Low moods, irritability, increased anger or anxiety, fatigue, and cynicism are all possible signs that you could benefit from better stress management. Humans are social animals who frequently need connection with others to regulate. It takes courage to ask for support, but the benefits are often invaluable.