The game feels unbalanced in favor of the player. I had to try to get Stress to five. The writing is fun, and easy to understand.
How about adding a new option to the Stress penalty that says “Maybe you can stay out a little longer.” It takes 5 minutes, but increases your Stress. If Stress hits 8, there should be a new penalty: going to the hospital! Because your heart has given out at that point, and you need some kind of help.