When you’re stressed, where do you feel it? A racing mind? Anxiety in your chest? Tension in your jaw, upper back, or hands? Upset stomach or restless feet? These are signs your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode. Over time, this stress state can cause chronic issues like: Insulin insensitivity Tight, painful muscles Hormone imbalance Brain and mood dysregulation The goal of relaxation is to shift from fight-or-flight (sympathetic mode) into rest-and-repair (parasympatheti

Have you ever felt like your body was running you—rather than you running your body? That’s survival mode. And as school season begins, it can show up for both parents and kids in surprising ways. Survival Mode for Parents & Kids For Moms and Dads: worries about safety, clothing, food, friendships, and sports for their children. For Kids and Teens: pressure to fit in, eat what they want, get into the right classes, or find the right friends. All of these stressors trigger the