. Take the Life Stress Inventory
Recently, I took the Life Stress Inventory (LSI), and the results surprised me I got just under 100 points. That is a good score because under 150 means relatively low risk. 150-300 points means a 50% chance of risk of a major health breakdown in the next 2 years. Above a 300 is very bad with the chances being around 80%. I feel very happy about a score of only 100.
A score of 100 on the LSI suggests that at this point in my life not much is changing. This isn’t really the case, but in the test it states many possible changes that could have an effect on your stress and mental health. It’s not a claim to having superior coping skills but rather an acknowledgment of a smoother ride through life’s challenges.
Of course, it’s important to note that a low LSI score doesn’t guarantee a trouble-free existence. Life has its way of presenting unique challenges to each of us, and my score reflects a particular chapter where the waves of stress have been more gentle. I was glad to see that with a lot of changes, that we all are going through throughout our college careers, I wasn’t at too much risk.
In the grand scheme of things, we all navigate our own paths. My LSI score serves as a reminder to appreciate the moments of tranquility and recognize the privilege of facing fewer tumultuous waves. I could easily look back at different times in my life where my score would have been much higher.
In conclusion, I hope my score on the Life Stress Inventory is correct in gauging my mental health and my stress. Life’s stressors may come and go, and for now, I’m appreciating the serenity that a score of 100 brings.
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