Stress is an inevitable part of life. It’s hard wired into our brains as a protective mechanism. In the past, it helped us to avoid the threats and dangers of predators out to eat us. Even though these threats have (largely) disappeared, the stress response has stayed on. Today, we experience stress mainly from work, […]
We’ve all experienced it from time to time. Anything from a slight annoyance to a big problem comes to visit us in the middle of the night, keeping us awake when we desperately need sleep. Try as you might, it won’t leave your thoughts. However, once you understand the reasons behind your stress and inability […]
The physical benefits of exercise are well known, but many people still find it challenging to adopt and stick to a regular fitness routine. One of the most common reasons we give for not exercising is the stress of daily life. After a long day of dealing with work, kids or school, often the last […]
Everyone has heard the term “stress eater” to describe someone who turns to food when they are feeling anxious or upset. You may even be a stress eater yourself. The association between food and feelings has been well documented. The good news is that an improved diet can actually help to reduce your stress levels […]
Stress does not discriminate. No one is immune from the strains and pressure of everyday life. It is caused by work, school, family situations or just general worry. Treatment for stress has been getting lots of attention, and from meditation to exercise, there are almost as many ways to try and deal with it as there […]
Each one of us instinctively knows that stress is bad for our health. We understand the way that it fatigues us, changes our mood, and disturbs our sleep patterns, but research is starting to show that it has much more serious implications. In fact, those who experience long periods of chronic stress tend to see […]
Becoming a professional airline pilot is a coveted and prestigious position. However, it is also one that requires fortitude and a tough mentality, due to the increasing levels of stress that pilots are exposed to on a regular basis. There are several sources of stress for a typical pilot, not least of which is the […]
It seems hard to believe that in this era of advanced medical research, so many people are suffering with chronic diseases. This is not to say that these people are in constant pain. They are given medicines to keep the disease in check and alleviate the pain, without ever truly addressing the underlying cause of […]
The Relaxation Response is a physical state of deep rest that can help to reduce your stress levels, and enable you to live a healthier, calmer life. Attaining this state of rest is a great way to rest your adrenals, switch off your ‘fight or flight’ response, activate your ‘rest and digest’ response, and begin your […]
Adrenal Fatigue is a stress-related condition that results in symptoms like exhaustion, weakened immunity, sleep disturbances, and food cravings. The adrenal glands and HPA axis become depleted and dysregulated after a long period of emotional stress or chronic illness. As you might expect, tiredness and exhaustion are some of the most common Adrenal Fatigue symptoms. However, […]
Fawne Hansen is an author and wellness coach specializing in the treatment of chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.
