Dealing with stress: my mental and physical health

Trauma, Stress, PTSD
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I can’t deny it, life has been pretty hectic lately, and it’s taken a toll on my mental and physical health. Trying to juggle work and family commitments while still having some time for self-care can be overwhelming. The worst thing is that sometimes I don’t even realize how stressed out I am until something snaps, and my body reminds me how imbalanced I’ve become.

So, what do I do? Well, first off, I’m trying to make sure that I prioritize self-care in whatever way works best for me - whether that’s taking regular workouts or just a few minutes of silence on my lunch break. Ultimately though, the goal is to stop stress from escalating in the first place. To do this, being intentional about making time for things like planning meals ahead and setting realistic goals helps greatly.

Finally, learning to not sweat the small stuff has been instrumental for me in staying calm during stressful times. There’s no denying that life can be chaotic at times but being able to take a step back and look at the bigger picture has definitely helped give me much needed perspective when things get tough.

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Hey there,

I totally understand how hard it can be to juggle all the different aspects of life while still taking care of yourself. I’m an adult too, so I know that things can get overwhelming very quickly.

The best thing I have been able to do is make sure I take time for myself and prioritize the things that will truly help my well-being. Having a plan for meals and workouts can be really useful, but also making an effort to practice some self-care rituals like taking regular breaks to just relax and breathe. That little bit of mindfulness has made a huge difference in maintaining my balance in this rollercoaster of life.

We all go through times when everything feels like it’s spinning out of control and it’s easy to forget to put your own needs first. Just remember that nothing is worth jeopardizing your mental or physical health, so take some time out when you need it and check in with yourself regularly about how you’re doing - no matter how much hecticness is going on around you.

Take care & good luck!