A new study has revealed 7.23am as the most stressful time of day with research finding the first ‘drama’ of the day typically happens by 8.18am. Topping the list of the top 50 everyday stresses people in the UK face is being stuck in traffic, followed by spilling something down clothing and dropping and smashing something accidentally. According to the research, carried out by RESCUE Remedy, individuals experience an average of three stresses a day, with women having their first around 7:50am, while for men it’s around 8:43am. Other annoyances to make the list include forgetting carrier bags at the supermarket and realising an email you thought you’d sent is in your ‘drafts’. Zuzana Bustikova, from RESCUE Remedy, said: “Often when we think ‘drama’ we think big, but the research shows how much of an impact seemingly small niggles can have on our daily moods. “We know that a poor night’s sleep can offset the whole day, and challenging days can often result in sleepless nights, so it’s no wonder that mornings are when the first drama is experienced.” The study also found that while 35% agreed little dramas are just part of life, a further 24% find it difficult to relax when they’re experiencing such woes. Zuzana Bustikova added: “More than ever, it’s important to understand what our body and mind are telling us and, whilst it’s not always easy, setting good habits like eating well, establishing a - somewhat - relaxing bedtime routine and making time to look after ourselves is crucial. “Taking small steps to build our emotional resilience, even on those difficult days, can make a huge difference in helping us live life to the fullest.” 1. Stuck in traffic 2. Spilling something down clothing e.g. food, drink, make-up, toothpaste etc 3. Dropping and smashing something accidentally e.g. a glass, a bowl 4. Waking up late 5. Spilling something on the carpet 6. Burning food 7. A pan of boiling water bubbling over onto the hob 8. Tripping over in public 9. Struggling to find a parking space 10. Being late for work 11. Forgetting carrier bags at the supermarket 12. Being pooed on by a bird 13. Spilling something on the sofa 14. Being locked out 15. Car engine not starting 16. Being late or missing public transport e.g. bus, train 17. Public transport being cancelled 18. Sending a text/message to the wrong person 19. Deciding what to have for dinner 20. Forgetting an umbrella in the rain 21. Deciding what to wear 22. Checking bank balance and having less money than expected 23. Forgetting someone else’s birthday 24. Mess caused by a child or pet 25. Clothes you want to wear being in the wash 26. Leaving wallet/purse at home 27. Forgetting trolley coin at supermarket 28. Getting a parking ticket 29. Having a backlog of emails 30. A friend owing money and not paying it back 31. Losing keys (car or house) 32. Experiencing road rage 33. Forgetting ingredients for a meal 34. Ripping tights 35. Leaving it too long to return an item to a shop e.g. for a refund 36. Lightbulb going and not having any spares 37. Realising an email you thought you’d sent is in your ‘drafts’ 38. Forgetting important life admin e.g. MOT, insurance renewal, meter readings etc 39. Not knowing how to reply to a message e.g. text, dating app, social media 40. Trying to organise social plans 41. Spilling a drink on technology e.g. laptop, phone etc 42. Accidentally ‘liking’ someone’s post on social media from years ago 43. Being late due to having to de-ice the car 44. Having lots of text/WhatsApp messages to reply to 45. Playing something on your phone out loud in public e.g. a video, voice note etc 46. Choking in public e.g. on a drink 47. Getting a puncture while cycling 48. Forgetting about a meeting and not turning up 49. Late to pick my child up/drop them off e.g. at school, a party, activity club etc 50. Hair dryer or straighteners breaking
