Are You Stressed?

When Stress Takes Over

What the Latest Science Says and How You Can Take the Power Back

By Erica Waldon BA, CLC-CHC

Life & Health Coach

Stress isn't just a feeling, it is a full-body experience that affects your brain, gut, sleep, immune system, and even your genes. According to cutting-edge research from Nature magazine (July 2025), chronic stress is rising globally and quietly impacting our long-term health.

Good Stress vs. Bad Stress

Short-term stress (like a big presentation) sharpens us. But long-term stress (like toxic relationships or constant overwhelm) disrupts nearly every system in our body.

How Stress is Measured Today

Traditional stress tests (like cortisol or blood pressure) only tell part of the story. Newer science looks at:

- Heart rate variability

- Inflammation levels

- Gut microbiome

- Sleep and recovery patterns

- Your personal stress history

What You Can Actually Do!

Science-backed tools to help regulate your stress include:

- Breathing techniques and mindfulness

- Physical movement (especially outdoors)

- Sleep routines that restore, not just rest

- Food that supports brain + gut health

- Real social support and connection

- Coaching or therapy tailored to YOU!

❤️ Your Next Step❤️

You’re not broken. You’re likely burned out. Chronic stress builds slowly, but the effects can be reversed. You can learn to calm your system, reclaim your peace, and take back your energy.If you're ready to feel better, I’d love to work with you. Visit waldonwellness.com to book a free discovery call or learn more. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: Waldon Wellness.