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Stress is your body’s natural response to pressure or challenge. In small amounts, it can help you stay alert and focused. When stress becomes ongoing, your body stays in a heightened state for too long. This can strain your cardiovascular system, raise inflammation, and affect your emotional well-being.
Many factors contribute to chronic stress, such as work demands, financial concerns, caregiving responsibilities, and health challenges. When stressors build up, it can become harder for your body to return to a calm, balanced state.
Understanding how stress affects your body and learning practical ways to manage it can help you support both your mental and physical well-being.
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You can’t control everything life brings, but you can control how you respond. Start small — one deep breath, one short walk, one boundary set — and watch balance return, one choice at a time.