Stress Management & Wellness

Key Points

•          Chronic stress raises cortisol, which affects mood, sleep, and recovery.

•          Exercise, yoga, and deep breathing lower stress hormones.

•          Regular breaks, journaling, and gratitude practices support mental health.

•          Connection and community help buffer stress—move or talk with others.

•          Sleep and nutrition dramatically influence stress resilience.

Actionable Challenge:

Practice 5 minutes of mindful breathing or stretching daily this month.

Resources:

How Does Exercise Improve Mental Health?

How sleep affects mental health (and vice versa): What the science says
All it takes is 10 mindful minutes | Andy Puddicombe | TED