How a threat is perceived triggers the secondary appraisal of a stressor

Two kinds of appraisals of a stressor are especially important in this regard: primary and secondary appraisals. ... The perception of a threat triggers a secondary appraisal: judgment of the options available to cope with a stressor, as well as perceptions of how effective such options will be

i think life is life. many could argue that life is ‘nice’ or ‘fun’ but in the end, it is immaterial and will end. nihilism is my philosophy. nothing matters in the end so why make an effort?