When you are stressed, you may feel:
- rapid heartbeat,
- rapid breathing,
- anxious thoughts,
- irritability or anger,
- feeling of general unhappiness,
- a feeling of fullness,
- loneliness,
- nausea,
- dizziness,
- a person may suffer from diarrhea or constipation, nausea or vomiting.
When you are worried, you may feel:
- rapid heartbeat,
- rapid breathing,
- a feeling of anxiety or fear,
- sweating,
- diarrhea or constipation,
- nervousness,
- tension,
- the need to run/go to do something, but it is not known where, what and why.
How to distinguish between stress and anxiety

Stress and anxiety are part of the same body reaction and have similar symptoms. This means that they are difficult to distinguish.
Stress is usually short-lived and is a reaction to a perceived threat. Anxiety can last for a long time, and sometimes it can seem as if nothing is causing it, and this state of irritation, panic, and restlessness can last for months.
Stress and anxiety can be treated or managed in a number of ways, including: Relaxation/switching/cognitive behavioral therapy strategies can help people manage stress and anxiety.
Sometimes you also need medicines that a qualified specialist will advise you.

Frequent help for the so-called stress relief is:
- sports, running,
- breathing exercises,
- focusing on a calming word, such as "peace" or "calm",
- visualization of a calm scene, for example, a beach or a meadow,
- yoga classes.
It is also very useful to review your habits:

- accept that you cannot control everything,
- be satisfied with your best, and not strive for perfection,
- find out what causes you stress and anxiety,
- limit caffeine and alcohol,
- eat a well-balanced diet,
- get enough sleep
- do sports every day.

Stress and anxiety are not always bad. These are natural short-term responses that people need to stay safe.
If someone starts feeling stressed or anxious all the time or for a long period of time, then they should see a doctor.