Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers

Someone recommended this to me, and I'm glad I picked it up. I skimmed through, and it is a well written, but somewhat dated now, explanation of how stress affects the body, system by system. It's a good reminder of what most of us know now, and I appreciated the science simply explained, but I suspect the “stress is bad for you” narrative is more nuanced now to include the ways that stress must be recognized, appreciated, and (sometimes) embraced. The author has a nice sense of humor and obvious care for his readers. My take away: recognize the stress response when it happens and take it seriously because its reach is wide. I knew that already, but reminders are good.