Have you ever put the milk in the pantry instead of the refrigerator? Have you lost your glasses, only to find them on top of your head? Have you walked into one room from another only to wonder why you were there? Do these things occur more than you’d care to admit?

You might be experiencing stress overload.

While there are some situations that stress is an obvious side effect—suffering from a disability or chronic illness, working a hazardous job, or earning a low income, for example—other sources may not be so apparent. This so-called hidden stress can adversely affect our ability to handle not just life’s bigger challenges, but the smaller obstacles, too.

Reducing stress in your life must be a priority.

We all know that stress is unhealthy. It takes its toll emotionally and physically. It beats up our immune system, wreaks havoc on our hormones, and puts us at higher risk for heart disease and stroke in addition to many other debilitating conditions. 40 percent of people who are stressed overeat or eat unhealthy foods, and 44 percent lose sleep every night, among many other alarming statistics. 

"Studies have shown that parental stress weakens children's brains, depletes their immune systems, and increases their risk of obesity, mental illness, diabetes, allergies, even tooth decay," according to New York Times bestselling author Bruce Feiler in 2013’s The Secrets of Happy Families.

One of the best things you can do for you and your family is to learn and practice effective ways of reducing stress. 

Discovering how to lead a life with limited stress has become a trending topic and continues to be the subject of many self-help books. In her New York Times bestseller, Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time, author Brigid Schulte captures the experience of the frenzied lifestyle so many of us live. The book identifies how we inadvertently create our nonstop, whirlwind days, and suggests healthy choices we can make to create balance.

"A key component to reducing stress in your life is to take care of yourself – body, mind and soul."

Often however, we tend to put ourselves last – somewhere between preparing for that important client meeting and picking the kids up from soccer practice. Or is it basketball practice? Or both? Feeling pulled in a million directions certainly does not help to reduce stress.

This is where Northport Wellness Center comes in.

Located on Long Island, the Northport Wellness Center is a holistic healthcare facility that not only provides exceptional treatment and care for individuals with specific conditions, but also offers tremendous opportunities to those who are simply looking to experience happier and healthier lives.

With the support of our expert team of healthcare professionals, you will discover life-changing treatments and programs to help you achieve your wellness goals, as well as guidance on making conscious, daily efforts to alleviate stress. Modifying your diet, meditating or getting consistent chiropractic adjustments, for example, are just a few ways you can enhance your quality of life and minimize stress. These small acts among others can go a long way toward achieving optimal health.

The Northport Wellness Center understands that life is undoubtedly taxing—stressful, however we also recognize that neglecting yourself can have lasting negative effects on you, and your family—and you all deserve better.

We’re here to guide and support you on a wellness journey that aims to help you reduce stress in your life and simply feel good. Join us on your path to optimal health.