The nervous system constantly scans the environment for safety or threat. Deadlines, noise, emotional pressure, and uncertainty all register as stress.
When threats feel frequent, the body remains alert. This reduces recovery time and increases fatigue.
Daily stress does not need to be dramatic to have an impact. Small pressures, when repeated, keep the nervous system activated.
Regulation occurs when safety is signalled. Rest, routine, connection, and predictability help the nervous system settle.
Understanding this response allows prevention rather than constant repair.
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