Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes chronic, it can take a toll on your body and mind. You might feel overwhelmed and think it's just the way life is, but there are signs your body gives you when it's experiencing too much stress. Recognizing these signs is the first step toward healing and finding balance.
The Cycle of Stress: How It Shows Up in Your Body
Excessive stress can manifest in a variety of ways, often mimicking other conditions. Some of the most common signs of too much stress include:
- Chronic Fatigue
- Frequent Headaches or Migraines
- Digestive Issues
- Weight Fluctuations
- Mood Swings and Irritability
- Sleep Disturbances
- Frequent Illness
Why Stress Disrupts Your Body: Understanding the Science
When you're stressed, your body releases cortisol, a hormone that plays a key role in your "fight or flight" response. While cortisol is essential for handling immediate threats, chronic stress causes your body to produce too much of it. Over time, elevated cortisol levels can disrupt other hormones in your body, like insulin, estrogen, and testosterone, leading to the symptoms mentioned above.
Your Nervous System Stuck in Overdrive
When you’re under chronic stress, your body gets stuck in a heightened state of alertness, also known as the “fight or flight” mode. This makes it difficult to relax, unwind, or feel at ease, as your nervous system is constantly on edge.
Disrupted Hormonal Balance
Excessive stress affects more than just your mental state—it throws off your entire hormonal system. When your body is overwhelmed, it disrupts the balance of hormones that regulate mood, energy, and digestion, leaving you feeling exhausted, irritable, or bloated.
Stress Stored in Your Body
Stress isn’t just a feeling; it gets stored in your body. Chronic tension can build up in your muscles, causing tightness, aches, or even pain. Emotionally, you may feel blocked, stuck, or unable to fully relax, further amplifying feelings of anxiety and discomfort.
How to Release Stress with Somatic Exercises
So, what can you do about it? Healing from chronic stress and reducing cortisol levels doesn’t happen overnight, but somatic exercises can help you release stress and stored trauma in 30 days.
By engaging in regular somatic practices, you can:
- Calm your nervous system and shift out of the "fight or flight" response
- Improve sleep quality
- Reduce muscle tension and alleviate chronic pain
- Balance your hormones and improve mood
- Improve digestion and reduce stress-related digestive issues
Take the Next Step Toward Healing
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