Last week, we started an important conversation about prioritizing ourselves—what it really looks like to tune in, listen to our needs, and give ourselves permission to rest without guilt. This week, we’re building on that by talking about something that affects every caregiver, parent, and helper: stress. We're not just talking about the obvious stressors—but the stress that creeps in quietly and hides in our bodies. When we say mind-body connection, we’re talking about how our thoughts and emotions don’t just live in our heads. They impact us physically, too. Our mental and emotional well-being is deeply connected to how our bodies feel and function.