Chronic stress is a prolonged and constant feeling of stress that can negatively affect your health if it goes untreated. It can be caused by the everyday pressures of family and work or by traumatic situations. Chronic stress occurs when the body experiences stressors with such frequency or intensity that the autonomic nervous system does not have an adequate chance to activate the relaxation response on a regular basis. This means that the body remains in a constant state of physiological arousal. This affects virtually every system in the body, either directly or indirectly. People were built to handle acute stress, which is short-lived, but not chronic stress, which is steady over a long period of time. In order to begin managing chronic stress, it is important to understand what it is, what may be causing it, and how it affects the entire body. Common Signs of Chronic Stress: Chronic stress affects both the mind and body. It produces both physical and psychological symptoms that can take a toll on a person's ability to function normally in their daily life. These symptoms can vary in their severity from one person to the next. Some of the most common signs of chronic stress include: - Aches and pains🤒 - Headaches🤕 - Decreased energy - Trouble concentrating - Muscle tension - Difficulty sleeping😴 - Nervousness and anxiety - Irritability😡 - Disorganized thinking - Fatigue - Feeling a loss of control🤮 - Feelings of helplessness😪 - Frequent illnesses and infections🤧 - Gastrointestinal complaints🤢 Chronic stress is long-lasting, pervasive, and not easily recognized. People that have chronic stress often do not realize they have it. It can be caused by many factors and could trigger our “fight or flight” response, which is designed to help fight occasional life-threatening situations. It is important to learn stress management techniques and healthy lifestyle changes to prevent the negative impact of chronic stress. 4 Common Types of chronic stress; these can vary though

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At the moment, I want to become more aware of the choices I make throughout the day, so I think I should start with journaling. 1. What type would you recommend? 2. What mindset should you have while journaling? 3. Are there any other tips?