Stress Management Terminology

noun a person's condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being

• It is important to prioritize mental health by seeking professional help when needed.
• Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
• Don't forget to check in on your mental health, it's just as crucial as your physical well-being.
• Just like we exercise to maintain physical health, we need to practice self-care for our mental health as well.

noun a feeling of hesitation or reluctance

verb to delay or postpone something

adjective feeling of being hesitant or reluctant

• I had to put off our meeting until next week due to a scheduling conflict.
• I decided to put off doing my homework until later.
• I keep putting off cleaning my room because I'm too lazy.
• Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

noun a gradual process of deterioration or weakening

verb to gradually reduce or diminish in strength or effectiveness

• Over time, the constant friction can wear down the surface of the metal.
• If you keep using that old pair of shoes, they're going to wear down pretty quickly.
• I need to get some new tires for my car, these ones are starting to wear down.
• The stress of work and family responsibilities can wear down even the strongest individuals.

verb to feel uneasy or concerned about something; to be anxious or troubled

adjective causing anxiety or concern; troubling

• The worrying trend of declining sales has caused concern among the board members.
• I find it worrying that he hasn't replied to my messages for days.
• She's been worrying about her grades non-stop.
• The dark clouds hovering above the city were a worrying sign of an impending storm.