@drmaryclaire: When women ask, "How do I lower my stress?" they're often expecting a complicated answer. Dr. Natalie Crawford's approach is surprisingly simple. Listen to the full episode of unPAUSED with @Natalie Crawford, MD. 1. Reduce the stressors you can control. Not every source of stress is avoidable, but some are. Muting triggering social media accounts, setting boundaries, or choosing different ways to connect with people can make a meaningful difference. 2. Create a daily cortisol reset. Carve out 20 minutes each day with no notifications, no scrolling, and no distractions. That could be: ✔️ A walk ✔️ Journaling ✔️ Meditation ✔️ Yoga ✔️ Sitting outside ✔️ A bath ✔️ Acupuncture The activity matters less than creating intentional space for your brain and body to decompress. 3. Change your response to stress. When stress hits, many of us reach for food, alcohol, or our phones. Instead, try movement. A walk around the block. A few squats. Some pushups. A quick workout. Even small amounts of movement can help your body use the glucose released during stress and support healthier metabolic function. Stress is part of life. But how we respond to it can make a difference. #StressRelief #MentalHealth #womenshealth #midlife #perimenopause

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