[exleardriver]

stress is necessary for survival. too much stress is not a good thing, but 'running from a grizzly bear' in order to survive..that's a good example of stress motivating you to run for safety. that said, everyone needs some degree of stress to function at their optimum and this level will vary from person to person. a couple thoughts right off the bat is that often people under stress are not really 'breathing' properly. make sure that you're not holding your breath too much. a buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood may result, which has been linked to anxiety by the medical community. another thing, frequently take deep breaths and let the air out slowly. additionally, muscle tension tends to build in the neck region. roll your shoulders from time to time and release tension. don't rush your training..aviation isn't going anywhere, especially if you're young.