And why it’s important
I’m sure I’m not the only one feeling deeply overwhelmed by the enormity of the bushfires still wreaking havoc across Australia right now. I’m sad, angry, frustrated and close to hopeless and recognise that that’s not a great place to be in.
So, if you’re struggling too, let’s try some of @dr.carriejones (‘s) tips to manage our bodies response to this disaster.
Cortisol is our stress hormone, so right now it’s a normal response to a stressful situation.
But, it can sometimes be falsely elevated, in which case the first thing you have to do is work out why your cortisol is high. Is it stress? Are you sleeping? Do you have an overt or subclinical infection? Is it inflammation? Is it your blood sugar issues? Are you in pain? Do you have cushings? 🤨
.
Next, address it. Be real and honest with yourself, your choices, your relationships, your job…etc…and decide if *maybe* they are worsening your high cortisol. They may be just fine! They may not. 😣
.
Work with your practitioner about bandaids like phos serine, l-theanine, holy basil, magnolia, passionflower, skullcap, Maca, chamomile, lavender OR WHATEVER HELPS CALM YOUR LIFE! 🤩
.
But you have to address the cause. Because those herbs and nutrients aren’t a cure-all for anything. 🤪
.
Meditate, practice deep mindful breathing, seek counseling, use essential oils, journal, exercise, laugh, snuggle your dog, get together with friends regularly, rest, say no, set boundaries and get proper testing! 🙌🏼
.
In my case, I’m actively finding out which charities need our support and doing all I can to contribute.
.
Let me know what you do to lower stress! 🤗
.
.
.
.
.
#stress #stressedout #stressedaf #burnedout #overit #sotired#hormones #behappy #behealthy #selfcare #yougotthis #healthjourney#healthtips #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine #realtalk#supplements #cortisol #ipreview via @preview.app
#PeninsulaEndermologie #PeninsulaEndermologieWellnessCenter#endermologieexpert #MtElizaEndermologie
