Stress and physical illness

Self-care, Yoga and being social. In fact, it is proven that isolation is one of the leading causes of stress and it's also one of the leading causes of addiction. We give each other oxytocin just by looking into the eyes of another human being, without this interaction we can feel isolated from society and therefore lack altruism and selfless acts of love and service to others, and the world and become warped into our own minds creating selfish behaviors such as addiction to cope with stress.

I definitely agree with you. Stress is the root of many deseases. It actives our sympathetic nervous system and we are constantly in the fight or flight mode. Then we can start feeling some psychosomatic symptoms that can turn into an illness if not treated properly. Here are some activities that can help in managing stress: Exercise: even a quick daily walk can help you manage stress and give you a chance to think about how you are feeling. Journaling: a great way to explore your feelings safely and openly. Meditation and breathing techniques: these tools can help you learn to calm your nervous system when you begin to experience stress. Daily check ins: speaking with trusted loved ones can give you an outlet to express your feeling and come up with healthy ways of managing relationships or difficult situations. Getting enough sleep, sleep deprivation can lead to reacting to stressful situations more intensely. Sleep is vital to mental health.  Self-care: adding self-care into your routine can help. Even a few minutes a day where you can focus on your own needs and pleasures — whether that be a warm bath, a hobby, or watching your favorite TV show — can work wonders for your stress levels.