Chronic stress can negatively impact the body's ability to heal from "summary" of You Are the Placebo by Dr. Joe Dispenza
When we are under chronic stress, our bodies are constantly in a state of fight or flight. This means that our sympathetic nervous system is activated, releasing stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones are helpful in the short term, as they prepare our bodies to deal with immediate threats. However, when stress becomes chronic, these hormones can have detrimental effects on our health. One of the ways chronic stress impacts our bodies is by suppressing the immune system. When our immune system is weakened, our bodies are less able to fight off infections and heal from injuries. This can lead to longer recovery times and i...
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