Problems- Addiction to Stress and Anxiety

Feb 20, 2024

Do you think it's normal to be stressed out?

Maybe you think it’s even a sign that you’re doing things right.

Ya know, the belief that those who hustle and grind will be successful.

That if you keep pushing even if you feel sick and anxious it will all work out.

Guess what, it doesn’t work in the long run.

Sure, you might be able to maintain that pace for a while, even many years.

But, it's no way to truly live and enjoy life and it will eventually create issues that manifest as physical and mental struggles.

While it's true that even things that are good for us, like exercise/movement, are stressful.

We are not meant to live in a chronically stressed to the max state.

Our bodies are designed to go through stressful events but then to rebalance and stabilize.

All of that is in a perfect world. 

Now for the fun part.

What are you trying to avoid by being chronically stressed? 

What are you trying to gain or prove?

If you immediately feel...

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The Holiday Trap

Nov 29, 2022
A funny thing happens during the holidays. People who are already maxed out and stressed out suddenly add even more to their to do lists.
 
The sense of obligation is intense this time of year. With work parties, family gatherings and shopping; when is there time to rest and do things for yourself?

Many people struggle with taking time for themselves all year round. Lots of us, especially women, are taught to take care of others first. But always putting others' needs first can be detrimental to your well being.

You may start to harbor a lot of resentment towards others and even towards yourself for not setting healthy boundaries.

The guilt that often comes with setting boundaries can be a big sticking point. Feeling you should do this or that because it's family and you gotta put family first. Or giving gifts to people you don’t really know or like. It's all very draining and not honoring you.

Understand that you really don’t have to do all these...

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