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 ...

The Way by Michelle Pitt


So many of us…
searching for “the way”
Listening to voices louder than our own
Taking steps in shoes not sized for our journey
Being pulled in directions
by hands that never knew our purpose

They say,
“This is the path,”
“Follow this rule,”
“Think like this,”
“Be like that,”
But none of it fits
And we wonder why we’re stumbling in circles

Let me tell you —
You gotta do what works for you

Because when you don’t…
Overwhelm becomes your roommate
Unworthiness whispers from the mirror
And fear?
Fear builds a home inside your doubt

But when you turn inward —
when you listen to that quiet light within
you remember:
You were never lost
You were just ignoring your guide

Your truth.
Your rhythm.
Your way.

So take that next step, not in mimicry,
but in alignment
Because real peace doesn’t come from outside voices —
It’s the sound of your soul
finally
being heard.

 

Scripture: Romans 12:2 (NIV)
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
→ This highlights tuning out external patterns to discover God’s specific will for you. 

Affirmation: I trust the process God has me in, even when I don’t understand it.

Let’s walk this path together and cultivate wellness in every area of our lives.
 
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