✔️ Sustained high cortisol is neurotoxic: it physically shrinks the hippocampus (memory) and enlarges the amygdala (fear center). ✔️ You can manually activate your body's "brake" through slow, extended exhalations that stimulate the vagus nerve. ✔️ Regular aerobic exercise releases BDNF, which can repair and regrow brain tissue damaged by chronic stress. What is your most effective strategy for managing stress when life gets overwhelming? Share it in the comments below! 👇
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