Tag: chronic stress

HEALTH & WELLNESS

The long-term effects of living in survival mode

Many South Africans are navigating ongoing financial pressures, work stress, family responsibilities and uncertainty. While pushing through challenges can feel necessary, living in a constant state of ‘survival mode’ can have significant long-term effects on both physical and mental well-being. Also see: Top 5 habits making your mornings more stressful What does survival mode mean? Survival […]

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LIFESTYLE

How Stress Secretly Affects Your Skin, Body, and Overall Health

How Stress Secretly Affects Your Skin, Body, and Overall Health Sometimes your body tells you you’re stressed before your mind does. Your skin suddenly breaks out. Your hair starts shedding more than usual. You feel exhausted all the time. Your body feels tense. You stop sleeping properly. You look tired even after resting. And honestly, […]

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