Firstly, we have external pressure(s). These are as varied as we are individuals and at any one time we may be struggling with family illness or trouble with the neighbours. Humans are extraordinarily resilient to external pressures and we can all cope with a certain amount of stress before it becomes too much. Some people are more resilient than others. In fact, a certain amount of stress is needed in our lives to get us moving in the morning and out of the house!