Text B. some time: a certain period of time e.g. the fire went for some time before it was brought under control. Cf. sometime: at some uncertain or unstated time in the future or in the past e.g. we’ll take our holiday sometime in August. Our house was built sometime around 1905. because of: as a result of e.g. I went back not because of the rain, but because I was tired. It was because of the job that he had taken the flat. (not) at all: (not) in any way e.g. I do not agree with you at all. I didn’t enjoy it at all. She rarely sang at all. lead to: to have as a result ; cause e.g. hard work will lead you to success. What led you to believe I was ill? You might have been led to believe that I was joking. while: (to introduce something different) but; whereas e.g. you like sports, while I’d rather read. While our country has plenty of oil, theirs has none. instead of: in place of e.g. if I hadn’t got a cold I’d be working instead of lying here in bed. Will you go to the party instead of me, so that out host won’t be too offended? work on: to do an activity which uses effort e.g. he is working on a new novel. We should work in the weak points. be related to: to be connected in some way to e.g. The heart attack could be related to his car crash last year. let go (of): to stop holding e.g. Don’t let go of the handle. They promise to let go of the territories they have occupied. Summary There can be stress at any time in our lives, stress is a stare of helplessness under anxiety or worry and is subject to various factors, largely influencing our state of mind or body at the time of stress. To cope with stress, we can seek relaxation form a busy schedule, we can notice the small things in life, and we can give our bodies proper nutrition and exercise. However the most effective way to deal with stress is to get rid of its cause. Stress and its cure All people have some stress in their life. A little stress makes life interesting, and it keeps you on your toes. However, too much stress can be unhealthy. You may find you life become stressful whenever there are changes in your environment, in your relationships, or in the demands you put on yourself. Stress can be caused by having too many problems in your life, such as trouble with money, school, job, or family. Stress can also be caused by good things in your life, such as getting married. How can you tell when your life is getting too “stressful”? You will probably find yourself always felling rushed, as though you must hurry everywhere you go. There is never enough time to do everything that you need to do. You may find yourself walking, talking, and waiting more quickly than usual. If you find that you eat more or less than usual, or that you don’t sleep very well, it may be that you are under a lot of stress. To much stress can also make you feel depressed or bored, it can rob you of your excitement for life.