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 Day It All Broke (PT.1)




“May 18th, 2005. I’ll never forget that date.
It was the last time I ever worked a 9 to 5 job.
What they didn’t know… was that up until that day, I had been bottling up everything—silently dealing with the weight of my choices, my pain, and trying to keep it together.
No one could help me. Not because they didn’t try… but because I was already drowning on the inside.”

Sometimes it looks like we’re functioning, but inside we’re falling apart.
This was the day my life changed forever.

Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

What felt like the end was actually a divine turning point.
I am never alone in my struggle—God is with me.

 
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