07/09/2026
There’s something I’ve noticed about stress…
We often wait until our bodies are practically shouting before we admit that something isn’t right.
The headaches.
The tiredness.
The racing thoughts.
The short temper.
The poor sleep.
That feeling of being “on” all the time.
And then we tell ourselves,
“I just need to get through this week.”
But what if it’s been more than one week?
Stress is a normal response to life. Sometimes it helps us focus, react and get things done. But when stress becomes constant, our minds and bodies don’t always get the chance to switch off and recover.
And this is where I believe it’s so important to pause and ask yourself:
What is my stress trying to tell me?
Not every stressful situation can be changed. But sometimes, the way we respond to it can.
Sometimes we need better boundaries.
Sometimes we need to change the conversation we’re having with ourselves.
Sometimes we need to ask for help.
And sometimes we simply need to stop pretending that we’re okay when we’re not.
As a life coach, I don’t believe in adding another “thing to do” to your already overwhelming list.
I believe in taking a step back, looking at what is really happening in your life, and finding practical ways to move forward with more awareness and balance.
You don’t have to wait until you’re completely overwhelmed to start taking care of yourself.
What is your stress trying to tell you?