The document discusses stress, how it affects both the mind and body, and how to manage stress when living with diabetes. It explains that stress causes the body's "fight or flight" response which increases heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and blood glucose levels. While stress itself is not harmful, the way people deal with stress can impact their health and diabetes management. The document provides examples of both healthy and unhealthy ways of coping with stress, and advises talking to doctors if stress symptoms last more than a few weeks, as it could be a sign of anxiety or depression.