I had originally planned to continue this conversation sooner, but I made a conscious decision to wait about a week—between illness and the rhythm of the holidays, it felt more aligned to slow down rather than push through. That pause wasn’t a setback; it was practice. The very thing we’re talking about.
But first.....
How are you feeling right now? This is your self check-in. Take a quiet moment. Listen to your body, your breath, your thoughts. Is there tension asking to be softened? Fatigue quietly calling for rest? Let this be your gentle reminder to honor what your wellness needs today. 🌿
✨ This Week's Actionable Tip
Before we go any deeper into how to reduce stress, I want to offer you something simple and grounding—a way to check in with where your stress levels actually are right now, without judgment or pressure to “fix” anything.
Here’s a short, research-backed self-assessment you can take in just a few minutes:
This isn’t a test you pass or fail. It’s a snapshot. A moment of honesty. A place to stand before deciding where you want to go next.
As you read through it, notice what comes up in your body. Tightness? Relief? Validation? Resistance? All of that information matters.
Next week, we’ll start talking more about what those results mean—not in a clinical, disconnected way, but in a real-life, nervous-system-aware way that honors your capacity, your season, and your lived experience.
For now, your only job is awareness.
And if you feel called to share—hit reply and tell me:
What did you notice about your stress that surprised you?
I’m here. I’m listening. And we’re moving at a pace that actually supports healing—not just productivity.
Wellness isn’t about doing more—it’s about remembering who you are beneath the noise. Take a breath. Soften your shoulders. Ask yourself: What part of me needs compassion right now? You matter. You’re not alone on this path.
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🪷 Quote for Reflection
“Stress doesn’t just make us feel bad; it fundamentally changes how our bodies function.” Kelly McGonigal
Why this one matters:
This validates why stress shows up as pain, exhaustion, GI issues, inflammation, sleep disruption — not just “feeling overwhelmed.”
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📝 Journal Prompts
What part of my life feels most out of alignment right now?
What do I want to feel more of in my day?
Where can I soften, just a little?
🌸 Grounding Affirmations
Speak these aloud or whisper them to yourself:
I honor where I am and trust where I’m headed.
My breath is a bridge back to calm.
I am allowed to slow down and still be enough.
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