Did you know that chronic stress can have serious consequences on your health? It’s true—stress can can cause both physical and emotional problems. The good news is, stress is highly manageable. Here are five daily strategies I recommend my clients to prevent stress from building up, and provide lasting, long-term relief.
Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions. Many people are taught to either suppress it (“don’t get angry”) or express it explosively (yelling, arguing, shutting down). But neither approach is actually healthy—or sustainable.
Many people carry what’s known as the mental load: the invisible, ongoing effort of planning, organizing, remembering, and anticipating everything that keeps life running. While it often goes unnoticed, this type of labor has real psychological effects—including stress, burnout, and relationship strain.
In my work as a therapist, I often hear clients describe feeling “run down,” constantly fatigued, or getting sick more often during stressful periods of life. What many don’t realize is this: Stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it directly impacts your immune system.