英語口語對話（中低級）Lesson 10: The Roots of Stress

Vanessa: It’s obvious that we all more or less feel stressed, but what are the roots of stress Denise?

Denise: Well, stress is typically brought about by a situation where we feel that there isn’t much we can do about it . . .

Vanessa: Like when you go shopping and the store is crowded or when the washing machine breaks down.

Denise: Exactly! Even these little things can make somebody extremely stressed.

Vanessa: Oh tell me about it! I got so frustrated this morning when my motorcycle didn’t start. I’ve still got a headache.

Denise: Ah, now you see headaches and tiredness are the most common symptoms of stress. And…

Vanessa: Sorry to interrupt, but are there any other symptoms besides tiredness and headaches?

Denise: Another thing is if you get angry easily. . .

Vanessa: Oh gosh! I do actually but I’m sure it’s not because I’m stressed out.

Denise: Well, research has shown that if you get angry easily then you are probably suffering from stress.

Vanessa: Oh, this doesn’t sound very promising! And I thought it was an age thing - you know . . . nearing the ‘big three – oh’

Denise: Take it easy Vanessa. Turning thirty is more of a challenge; and you know . . . stress coming from challenging situations can be very productive!

Vanessa: That’s definitely a nice twist but unfortunately we’ve run out of time! Denise, thank you for joining us today.

Denise: My pleasure.