As seen in the chart below, we achieve optimal performance with a certain amount of stress, sometimes referred to with the prefix eu -, meaning good. (businessinsider.com)
The AP method merely removes a certain amount of stress from a baby's life. (drbenkim.com)
The human body is designed to handle and respond to a certain amount of stress, but chronic levels take a toll on the body and over time will actually cause the body to deteriorate and break down, including critical functions needed to be well. (mindbodygreen.com)