eustress

American  

[yoo-stres] / ˈyuˌstrɛs /

noun

1. physical, mental, or emotional tension that is caused by something positive or is psychologically or physically beneficial.

   When stress enhances function, such as when you’re lifting weights or accomplishing a challenging task, it could be considered eustress.

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Etymology

Origin of eustress

First recorded in 1965–70; eu- ( def. ) + stress ( def. )

Example Sentences

Here, the notion of eustress or “good stress” is helpful to think about.

From Washington Post • Apr. 26, 2018

It shows that on the left side of the curve, increasing good stress – or eustress – boosts performance.

From Forbes • Oct. 22, 2014

Through the lens of Yerkes-Dodson, Watson’s behavior might have been creating too much distress and not enough eustress.

From Forbes • Oct. 22, 2014

When you look at how Azinger implemented the pod system with the 2008 Ryder Cup team, you understand why it might have increased eustress and reduced distress.

From Forbes • Oct. 22, 2014