Where did that Monkey Come From?

Our monkey, in this case, will be stress!

Where does that darn monkey come from anyway? Some causes come from our environment while others come from within.  Our first step in combatting stress is to determine where it is coming from, identify the source and then decide what action can be taken.

Common external causes of stress

• Major life changes
• Work
• Relationship difficulties
• Financial problems
• Being too busy
• Children and family
• Illness personally or in the family

Common internal causes of stress

• Inability to accept uncertainty
• Pessimism
• Negative self-talk
• Unrealistic expectations
• Perfectionism
• Lack of assertiveness

Stress has a direct relation to our weight! When our body reaches the fight or flight state the stress hormones, including Cortisol are released and the body begins changing. Prolonged state of stress alters the way the body responds to what we eat, what we do, and how we respond to things.

This week, I'd like to focus on what my particular stress triggers are.  List out, on paper, perhaps in a journal, where you know your stresses are coming from.  If you are not sure, think about it, and pay close attention to the things that get your heart RACING!  

In coming weeks we will begin to look at these triggers and what reactions are normal, healthy, and unhealthy.

If you've got the Drive, we've got the Vehicle.

Built by my loving husband. :-)

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