Life, Love, & Laundry — crohns

Stress. We all experience it. It's that tightening in your chest, the racing thoughts, the inability to truly relax. But what many don't realize is the profound, and sometimes devastating, impact stress can have on our physical and mental well-being. It's not just a feeling; it's a physiological response that can wreak havoc on our bodies.  This month is stress awareness month.  Did you even know that was a thing?   Think of stress like a constant, low-grade alarm system. When we're stressed, our bodies release hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, designed to help us cope with perceived threats. While...