This may be an unpopular opinion, but I like being stressed, within limits, of course. I tend to always be stressed, whether it be about my job, school or even family dilemmas.

Up until fairly recently, I always let the stress build up inside until it all became too much. However, over the years, I’ve learned to enjoy the stress and appreciate it.

My job as a journalist and currently the opinion editor at the Northern Star can be, and is, stressful at times. With that being said, I love my job and wouldn’t trade it for the world. Journalism is something I am seriously considering doing after college. Even though it is stressful, the stress is exhilarating.

Being both a student and a journalist is incredibly stressful. Of course, I want to do my job to the best of my ability, but at the end of the day, I am a student first who is focused on achieving good grades and also have commitments outside of school and work.

However, having a lot on my plate along with being under strict deadlines has taught me time management skills and the thrill of stress.

This column is not meant to discredit the negative impacts that stress can bring or to say, “oh, stress is a good thing, you should be stressed all of the time.” 

However, research has shown that moderate levels of stress can actually benefit your health by improving cognitive function, teaching resilience and can even help you dodge a cold. 

Of course, don’t let your stress become so overwhelming to the point where it can have negative effects.

There are numerous ways you can manage your stress, such as exercising, partaking in hobbies and getting enough sleep.

Instead of discrediting stress, we should acknowledge that moderate stress is good for us. Take your stress in stride, and remember that sometimes it is worth it if it helps you accomplish your goals.