Spiritual Self-Care

Caring for a loved one is a journey filled with love, sacrifice, and often, unseen struggles. For 18 years, I cared for my mom despite the years of physical abuse and abandonment I endured during my childhood. This experience shaped my understanding of resilience, faith, and mental health in profound ways. As a family nurse practitioner specializing in mental health and addiction, I have seen how faith can be a powerful source of strength for those battling hidden struggles l

Anxiety triggers the body's fight-or-flight response, releasing stress hormones like adrenaline. This reaction prepares the body to face danger but can cause uncomfortable physical symptoms when activated too often or without real threats.