A racing heart. Tight chest. Dizziness that sends you searching for answers. Many people end up in the ER convinced something is physically wrong—only to learn it was panic. Let’s explore how stress lives in the body as much as the mind, why symptoms can feel so real, and how healing begins when the nervous system finally feels safe again.

Many adults find it hard to truly relax, even during downtime. Between chronic stress, constant notifications, and an overactive nervous system, switching off can feel impossible. This post explores why relaxation is so challenging in adulthood and what factors keep the body and mind on high alert.