Sometimes it’s not your willpower that’s the issue—it’s your nervous system slamming on the brakes.
When you're stressed out, overtraining, under-eating, juggling too much—your body has to adapt.
And its way of saying “Slow down!” might look different for each of You at different times:
- Sudden weight gain (to physically slow you down)
- Joint pain or inflammation (to stop you from pushing harder)
- Getting sick (so you’re forced to rest)
Your body is wise. It’s not fighting you—it’s protecting you.
Listen, Nourish. Rest. Breathe. Simplify.
When stress is high and self-care is low, your body gets louder with signals like:
- Sleep issues – Can't fall asleep or wake up wired at 3am? Your nervous system is on high alert.
- Digestive troubles – Bloating, constipation, or nausea? Stress is shutting down digestion.
- Low libido – When your body’s in survival mode, pleasure takes a back seat.
- Cravings & emotional eating – Your brain wants quick energy and comfort.
- Brain fog or forgetfulness – Your body diverts energy away from thinking to just coping.
- Increased injuries or clumsiness – Your focus and recovery are off.
- Random skin issues – Rashes, breakouts, flare-ups… inflammation is screaming.
These aren’t random.
They’re messages.
Quick Check-in -
Instead of pushing through… try tuning in.
What’s one area where you could pull back or slow down this week?