What Is Cortisol & How Does It Affects Us?

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I share from my own healing journey—these posts are for me first, then if you relate, for you too. I’m simply walking in purpose and sharing what helps me heal and grow, in hopes it may encourage you to. 🌱✨  Cortisol is a hormone your body produces in response to stress. It’s made by your adrenal glands (small glands that sit on top of your kidneys) and plays a big role in how your body manages stress, energy, and balance. Functions of Cortisol Stress response : Often called the "stress hormone," cortisol helps your body deal with challenges by triggering the "fight-or-flight" response. Metabolism : It helps regulate how your body uses carbohydrates, fats, and proteins for energy. Inflammation control : Cortisol keeps inflammation in check, so your immune system doesn’t overreact. Blood sugar balance : It works with insulin to keep your blood sugar levels steady. Sleep/wake cycle : Cortisol is usually higher in the morning (to help you wake up and ...
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Self Discovery & Healing

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These video clips are glimpses of my beginning stages—when I chose solitude over noise, stillness over distraction. I was separated, yet I was being set apart. It was during this time that I found a home church and started becoming intentional about what I allowed into my spirit. If it didn’t apply—I learned to deny.

We’re all made differently. Just like we don’t share the same blood type, we don’t share the same healing path. I tried therapy and counseling, but it didn’t work for me. What did work was faith. Awareness. Self-care. Self-love. And a deeper relationship with God.

When you take time to know yourself, to sit with yourself, you stop searching for answers in places that can’t sustain you. The real answers are within. Sometimes, the best friend you’re looking for... is you.

Journal Prompt: Embracing Stillness

 What have I learned about myself when I slowed down enough to truly listen?

 

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