Want a stress-free life? Just quit. Quit trying to raise a family, build a career, or compete at anything that matters. But if those things matter to you, understand this: the stress you feel is a choice you made. You took on the challenge because you believed the reward was worth it. Any parent will tell you raising kids brings years of stress — and they’ll also tell you about the joy of watching them grow into responsible adults. Stress isn’t proof you’re failing. It’s proof you’re chasing something worthwhile. What stress in your life did you choose on purpose?