Stress is a part of life and can be healthy. A healthy amount of stress can help to motivate us. It could be financial motivation or the motivation to be productive. Both use the same neurochemical- adrenaline to help us get out of bed. It can help us to fulfil our responsibilities. This is often referred to as acute stress (short-lived and there is a purpose, i.e. to help you meet a deadline). The impact is noticeable, such as feeling nausea before a presentation, and it passes quickly.