Topic 33: Dealing with Stress

A1 - A2 (Beginner - Elementary)

1. What makes you feel stressed?

2. How do you relax after a busy day?

3. Do you feel stressed before exams or big events?

4. What is something that helps you feel calm?

5. Do you like listening to music to reduce stress? Why or why not?

6. What do you do when you feel nervous?

7. Do you think exercise helps with stress? Why or why not?

8. How do you feel after a good night’s sleep?

9. What is better for stress: a walk or watching TV? Why?

10. Do you talk to friends when you feel stressed? Why or why not?

11. What is something fun you do to forget stress?

12. How do you feel when you finish all your tasks?

13. What do you think is the biggest cause of stress?

14. Do you like to plan your day, or do you prefer to be spontaneous? Why?

15. How do you calm down when you are angry?

16. Would you like to learn meditation or yoga to reduce stress?

B1 - B2 (Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate)

17. What are the main causes of stress in modern life?

18. How does stress affect the body and mind?

19. What are some healthy ways to manage stress?

20. How does time management help reduce stress?

21. What is the difference between good stress and bad stress?

22. How can people balance work, family, and personal time?

23. Why do some people handle stress better than others?

24. Do you think technology increases or reduces stress? Why?

25. How does social media contribute to stress?

26. What role does diet play in managing stress?

27. How does deep breathing help with stress relief?

28. How can workplaces create a stress-free environment?

29. What are the benefits of taking breaks during the day?

30. Do you think stress is necessary for success? Why or why not?

31. How do different cultures deal with stress?

32. Should schools teach students how to manage stress? Why or why not?

C1 - C2 (Advanced - Proficient)

33. How does chronic stress impact long-term health?

34. What are the psychological effects of extreme stress?

35. How do mindfulness and meditation help with stress management?

36. What is the connection between stress and productivity?

37. Should employers provide mental health support for employees? Why or why not?

38. How do cultural expectations influence stress levels?

39. Is stress always a negative thing? Why or why not?

40. How does stress affect decision-making?

41. What role does emotional intelligence play in stress management?

42. How do different personality types handle stress differently?

43. Should governments implement policies to reduce stress in society? Why or why not?

44. What is the connection between stress and creativity?

45. How do stress and anxiety differ, and how are they related?

46. Can extreme stress change a person’s behavior permanently?

47. What role does resilience play in coping with stress?

48. If you could change one thing about how people deal with stress, what would it be and why?