Journal Articles and Resources
Your Perception of Your Stress
Stress: everyone feels it, but not everyone responds the same. It’s not just what happens to us — it’s how our body perceives it. That perception can trigger a chain reaction in the nervous system, influencing everything from energy levels to digestion, mood, and sleep. In this post, we unpack what stress really is, how it affects the body, and why understanding your personal stress response might be the most powerful step toward feeling better.