Are you under stress right now? I’m not talking about “horror movie” stress or “car crash” stress. I’m talking about the kind of long-term stress that just eats away at you over the course of years, not days. This is the kind of stress that can have serious consequences for your relationships, your job, and […]
Recently there has been an explosion of adult coloring books hitting the market. People are using coloring books as a fun pastime and a way to relax. Why has this trend suddenly appeared, and what does it mean for you? Actually, art therapy has long been used successfully to help patients suffering from mental disorders […]
One of the most frustrating things for people with Adrenal Fatigue can be the difficulty getting off to sleep. If your cortisol levels are out of step and you’re experiencing late night spikes which prevent you from sleeping, it may be time to look for new solutions to help you get some shut-eye. Of course […]
Many studies have shown that sunlight, exercise and diet play a vital part in achieving and maintaining our physical and mental wellbeing and happiness. Neglect one and you may well negatively influence the others as well. Nature has equipped your body with amazingly sophisticated “happiness” hormones that are triggered by a variety of things, including […]
Most people would be forgiven for thinking that adrenaline overload is the number one enemy for adrenal fatigue sufferers. However, cortisol has an equally important role when it comes to adrenal health. Also known as the “stress hormone”, cortisol is responsible for a number of important physiological processes, not least in determining your body’s ability to […]
Most pet owners know and appreciate the fun and unlimited affection they receive from their pets, but recent studies have revealed that our cats and dogs do more than put a smile on our faces. Their very presence can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression. So what makes them the perfect little stress busters? “Man’s […]
No matter how much of an optimist or upbeat person you are, at some point in your life you will be in the company of a decidedly negative person. Negativity is not just an undesirable quality in the person who possesses it, but it also has the potential to spread to anyone nearby. If you have […]
The busy and lightning-paced nature of modern life affects every one of us in some way. An unfortunate consequence of this is that every single person, at one time or another, is going to experience a period of great stress in their life. Levels of stress can differ greatly, all the way from minor concerns […]
Probiotics are rarely out of the media these days. Study after study seem to show that the right balance of bacteria in your digestive system can have measurable benefits for your physical health. These beneficial bacteria can help you to maintain good health, and can help to treat a wide range of ailments including irritable […]
There’s a four letter word guaranteed to send a shudder of dread down the spine of most adrenal fatigue sufferers. Work. For most people, a job is something that they might not always enjoy, but something that is necessary and a tolerable part of life. But what if you had to cope with the pressures of the […]
Fawne Hansen is an author and wellness coach specializing in the treatment of chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.
