Understanding Stress and Mindfulness

Acute stress is always bad for you.

• True

• False

Cortisol helps the body react to stress but too much of it can cause problems.

• True

• False

The fight-flight-freeze response is controlled by the nervous system.

• True

• False

Mindfulness means completely clearing your mind of all thoughts.

• True

• False

Breathing exercises like 4-7-8 breathing can help calm the nervous system.

• True

• False

The sympathetic nervous system helps the body relax and recover from stress.

• True

• False

Monkey mind refers to a state where the mind is calm and focused.

• True

• False

Stress is always harmful to your health.

• True

• False

Mind-wandering can sometimes be helpful for creativity.

• True

• False

People with anxiety always feel stressed.

• True

• False