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Why You Always Feel On Edge

Why You Always Feel On Edge

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Do you feel like you’re carrying a level of tension inside that never fully goes away? You check things off your list. You get through the day. You manage responsibilities at home, at work, and for the people who depend on you. From the outside, it may even look like you’re handling everything well.

Yet underneath it all, you feel tired. Not just physically tired, but emotionally tired.

You find yourself snapping more easily. Feeling overwhelmed by things that never used to bother you. Lying awake when you finally have a chance to rest. Wondering why your body seems so much more sensitive than it used to be.

Many women assume this is simply what happens in midlife. But what if your body isn’t failing you? What if it’s communicating?

The truth is that many of the habits we consider normal can quietly add to the burden your body is already carrying. Individually, they may seem insignificant. Together, they can leave you feeling as though you’re constantly running on empty, even when you’re trying to do all the right things.

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You Can Counter Seasonal Mood Changes Naturally

You Can Counter Seasonal Mood Changes Naturally

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Fall and winter bring shorter days. During this time of year, many people experience periods of sadness or feeling unlike their usual selves. These mood changes often begin and end when the seasons change. You can counter seasonal mood changes naturally, without getting caught up in antidepressant medications.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression characterized by a recurrent seasonal pattern. Most people with this challenge report seasonal depression, fatigue, and/or low mood.

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Should You Eliminate Gluten?

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Do you know someone who has eliminated gluten from their diet? Have you considered exploring this approach for yourself, or do you consider it going overboard? Why should you eliminate gluten?

I’ve written about the potential issues of consuming wheat-based foods in the past. To recap, the greatest concerns are the increased concentration of gluten in our modern wheat, and the use of glyphosate on wheat fields prior to harvest. That means that each bite of wheat comes with a dose of glyphosate. Read more