1. The ideal amount of stress that enhances performance and motivation without causing harm to physical or mental health; the sweet spot between too little and too much stress.
Athletes often perform best when they maintain an optimal stress level during competition.
Os atletas geralmente apresentam melhor desempenho quando mantêm um nível ótimo de estresse durante a competição.
2. In psychology and occupational health, the level of pressure or challenge that promotes engagement and productivity while preventing burnout.
Managers should aim to keep their teams at an optimal stress level to maximize both well-being and output.
Os gerentes devem manter suas equipes em um nível ótimo de estresse para maximizar tanto o bem-estar quanto a produtividade.