Topic 103: Managing Stress and Anxiety

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What is stress?

2. How do you feel when you are stressed?

3. What are some things that make you feel anxious?

4. How do you usually calm down when you’re feeling stressed?

5. Do you talk to someone when you’re feeling anxious or stressed? Why or why not?

6. Can you think of something that helps you feel relaxed?

7. Do you think stress is bad for your health? Why or why not?

8. How do you feel when you have too much homework or work to do?

9. Have you ever felt anxious before a test? How did you deal with it?

10. What activities help you relax and forget about your stress?

11. How do you handle difficult situations when they make you feel stressed?

12. Do you think it’s important to talk about stress with other people? Why?

13. What are some signs that you are feeling anxious or stressed?

14. Do you think exercise can help with stress? How?

15. What do you do to feel happy or calm when you’re stressed?

16. How do you feel after a good night’s sleep when you’re stressed?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. Why do you think people feel stressed?

18. How do you usually deal with anxiety?

19. What do you think is the best way to manage stress?

20. How does stress affect your physical health?

21. Do you think stress can affect your mood or emotions? How?

22. Can you describe a situation where you felt really stressed? How did you cope with it?

23. How do you stay calm when you feel anxious before an important event or task?

24. Do you think everyone experiences stress in the same way? Why or why not?

25. What are some ways to reduce anxiety in stressful situations?

26. Do you think there is a difference between stress and anxiety? How are they similar or different?

27. Can taking breaks help reduce stress? How often do you take breaks during stressful times?

28. How does time management help reduce stress?

29. What role does diet or exercise play in managing stress and anxiety?

30. Do you think talking about your problems with friends or family can reduce stress? Why?

31. How can mindfulness or meditation help with anxiety?

32. What are the effects of stress if it goes on for a long time?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. How do you define stress, and what makes it different from anxiety?

34. What are the psychological and physical effects of chronic stress on the body?

35. How does modern society contribute to increased levels of stress and anxiety?

36. What are some long-term strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout?

37. How does stress impact decision-making and problem-solving?

38. Do you believe that people can learn to handle stress more effectively over time? Why or why not?

39. How does the concept of “stress resilience” relate to an individual’s ability to cope with stress?

40. What role does social support play in managing anxiety and stress?

41. Do you think the workplace contributes to stress? What can organizations do to reduce stress among employees?

42. How can stress management techniques be integrated into daily life to promote mental well-being?

43. What are the potential risks of avoiding stress or not dealing with it effectively?

44. How does the concept of mindfulness contribute to managing anxiety and stress?

45. In what ways can people with high levels of stress develop more effective coping mechanisms?

46. How do cultural differences affect the way people perceive and handle stress or anxiety?

47. What are some effective therapeutic methods for managing severe anxiety or panic attacks?

48. How do you think technology (e.g., smartphones, social media) contributes to increasing stress levels, and what can be done to minimize this?