Elizabeth Schofield-Bickford, MFT
Marriage and Family Therapist



                          

Stress

ANOTHER DAY    

Life is stressful, no doubt. How you handle the stress is what is important. Do you hold it inside? Or does your stress leak out onto others like friends, partners or family members? Often times, built up stress can cause major obstacles in life. If left unattended, stress can lead to physical ailments and psychological and emotional difficulty. 

If life is especially challenging, pay attention to the clues your body gives like tight or stiff neck, sore shoulders, headaches, stomach issues and fatigue. The body remembers and let’s you know when enough is enough.

Anxiety, depression and substance abuse are other ways the body and psyche say, “Time Out.” Take it easy and get in balance.