The Surprising Daily Habits Experts Warn Are Slowly Destroying Your Brain—Are You Guilty?
Research suggests that long-term exposure to stress hormones can shrink the prefrontal cortex, the area responsible for decision-making and self-control.
The best shift I made was setting aside time each day—even if it’s just five minutes—for a quick stress release activity.
Sometimes that’s guided breathing, sometimes it’s a brisk walk with my dog, Luna.
Simple, calming rituals remind me that I have the power to break the stress cycle.
If you’ve been operating on high alert for a while, consider carving out a daily moment to decompress. It doesn’t need to be fancy; it just needs to happen regularly.
