STRESS LESS
Stress is an inevitable part of life. When the total amount of stress you experience exceeds your ability to cope with it, stress wreaks havoc on your health. Stress management can be a difficult change to make. With small tweaks and adjustments, you can give yourself the time you need to cope and heal from the damage stress does to our bodies and minds.
Some ways to minimize the impact of stress include:
Reduction in exposure to physiological or psychological stress
Mitigate the harmful effects of the stress you can’t avoid
Breathing techniques for handling stress daily
Adopt strategies for stress management
Bodies will provide you with tools and resources to reduce the amount of stress you experience, assist you in changing thought patterns and perceptions of stress, find options for stress management that work for you and your life, and of course, help you make SLEEP a priority. Movement, light exposure, nutrition, stimulant consumption, meditation practice, outdoor time and play (yes, PLAY!) all play an important role in stress management. We will give you what you need to make small changes that will give your stress load a big overhaul.
TRUTH: I used to hold on to my stress so hard until I had to eat a whole pie to let that ish go. My body was like a box of rocks. I found meditation and it moved the needle for me. I want to walk with you through learning how to find more zen in your life.
4 Self-Care Ideas Moms Can Practice Daily
It’s hard enough to balance the time for work and family, what else could be left for yourself? As a working mom, the idea of prioritizing your wants and needs might sound alien.
But slowing down is essential—especially for a responsibility that requires so much giving. It doesn’t have to be a big move or gesture to start, though. Here are some tips that can guide you one step at a time to practice self-love—from one working mom to another.
5 Habits to Implement During a Life Transition
Major life transitions can bring sweeping changes. Maybe you’re moving, getting married, preparing to become a parent, or even separating from a long-time partner. Transitions like this might motivate you to start changing other habits in your life, too. Read on for habits you could pick up while going through a life transition.
The POWER of ROUTINE
A solid routine fosters a well-worn groove for one's mental energies and helps stave off the tyranny of moods. Having a routine can be helpful in times of unpredictability, uncertainty, and stress. Setting a daily routine creates structure, helps us reach our goals and reduces procrastination. Entrepreneur.com says, “The real power in routines is the way they can help us build momentum, break bad habits, prioritize our lives and make us more efficient.”
How to Beat the ‘Sunday Scaries’ and Enjoy Your Whole Weekend
Have you ever experienced a feeling of dread before the beginning of a new work week? If so, you’re not alone! The “Sunday scaries” are a form of anticipatory anxiety that tend to show up when we’re nervous about the week ahead. This feeling of nervousness can make it tough to enjoy your Sunday and reap the benefits of a relaxing break from work. Thankfully, we’ve assembled some great resources to help you relieve the Sunday scaries and take back your weekend!
