02/06/2025
🌿 🏆Managing Chronic Stress: A Daily Battle and the Tools That Help Us Win 🏆 🌿⬇️⬇️⬇️
Every day, so many of us are fighting an invisible battle of chronic stress. It creeps in during our work, during our family time, during moments we should be enjoying, and it never seems to stop. According to the American Institute of Stress, chronic stress contributes to nearly 60-90% of all human illness, from headaches and digestive problems to heart disease and autoimmune disorders.
But here’s the thing: we don’t have to suffer in silence. We can fight back. 💪
🫁 Breathing Techniques: Deep breathing is not just a tool to calm your nerves, I t’s a lifeline. Studies show that slow, controlled breathing can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone) and reduce overall stress. Even just 5 minutes of deep breathing can lower your blood pressure and heart rate. 💓
💡 Red Light Therapy: This is not just a trend, it’s backed by science. Research has shown that red light therapy can help reduce inflammation, improve sleep quality, and support cellular regeneration, all of which are crucial for managing stress. A 2018 study found that red light therapy can help to decrease cortisol levels, making it an ideal tool for combating daily stress. 🔴
💃 Movement ❤️🩹Sometimes, the best way to manage stress is by simply moving our bodies. Whether it’s yoga, stretching, or a brisk walk, regular movement helps release endorphins, your body’s natural stress relievers. Studies show that regular physical activity reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, promotes better sleep, and increases overall wellbeing. 🏃♀️
We don’t have to be at the mercy of stress. Incorporating small but powerful practices into our daily routine can make all the difference.
Take a moment for yourself. ✅
Comment below 👇🏽 “stress free” by 2/10 and I’ll send you a copy of my favorite book 📖 for understanding stress and body 💕
