Stress and the nervous system

How massage can help the body get out of stress response
Your body is not designed to be on constant alert. But for many people, that’s exactly what happens – the nervous system is stuck in stress response, muscles are tense,... Read more...
Why touch calms the nervous system
Have you ever noticed that a hug or a warm hand on your shoulder makes you breathe a little deeper? It's no coincidence. Touch has a direct, measurable effect on... Read more...
Parasympathetic nervous system – the body's own recovery mode
Your body has a built-in recovery system – and it’s called the parasympathetic nervous system. While the sympathetic nervous system puts you in a state of fight or flight, the... Read more...
Chronic stress and muscle tension – what really happens in the body?
Most people know that stress can cause stiff shoulders or a sore neck. But fewer know why – and what actually happens inside the muscles when the body lives under... Read more...
How stress settles in the body
Stress isn't just something you feel in your head—it literally settles into your body. Muscles tighten, breathing becomes shallow, and your body goes into a state of alert. But what's... Read more...