Hey, hey, my friend!
Can we talk about something that might make you a little uncomfortable?
Stress.
Stress is all around you. It seems like some days you are simply swimming in it…
However…did you know that stress is as addictive as nicotine?
Your body literally becomes addicted to the stress response.
That stress also creates cortisol…which creates inflammation.
That inflammation? It is the cause of almost all dis-ease you and your loved ones face.
But here's the kicker... your nervous system gets so used to this cortisol rush that it starts craving it…
Just like a smoker craves nicotine…
So even when life calms down, your body unconsciously looks for stress to get that familiar chemical hit.
Meanwhile, your immune system is getting hammered. Day after day.
This is why addressing the emotional roots of your physical symptoms is so crucial. It's not just about managing stress... it's about breaking the addiction cycle that's keeping you stuck in chronic inflammation.
I know, I know... you're probably thinking, "Vicki, stress isn't something I choose. Life just happens."
But here’s something simple you can do right now…
Take a deep breath and ask yourself: "Where in my life am I unconsciously creating or looking for stress?"
Maybe it's:
- Saying yes when you mean no
- Picking fights with loved ones
- Procrastinating until you're in crisis mode
- Checking the news or social media obsessively
- Playing out worst-case scenarios in your mind
Here's the thing... your nervous system can't tell the difference between a real tiger and the "tiger" of your overflowing inbox, or your co-worker, or the traffic, or your spilled coffee…
What's the best that could happen if you started recognizing these patterns?
Your next step:
Notice your stress patterns this week. No judgment, just awareness.
And if you're ready to dive deeper into breaking this cycle, let's chat. I'm here to help you address the emotional roots behind your physical symptoms through holistic and spiritual healing modalities.
If you are ready to transform your relationship with stress, visit www.intentionalwellnessforme.com or simply reply to this email. Let's explore how we can help your body remember what peace feels like.
P.S. - Your body is not broken. It's just been stuck in survival mode. There's a difference... and there's hope.
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