27/04/2025
STRESS can significantly impact health! Not only does it increase cortisol (the stress hormone) which can cause unhealthy cravings and weight gain, it can encourage unhealthy coping strategies like excessive alcohol, lack of activity, poor food choices.
STRESS MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES like meditation and breathwork are often encouraged to combat stress.
BUT this is not everybody’s style. Where to start can often be intimidating and fairly stressful in itself.
SIMPLE STRATEGIES you are more comfortable with can be just as effective. Do something you enjoy, bake a cake, play with your dog, go fishing, listen to music, have a chat with a good friend.
Your body and mind will thank you for it 🙂