Kleo and Chloe from Invictus Wellbeing discuss the connection between mental anxiety and physical symptoms. Chloe explains that anxiety triggers the fight-or-flight response, releasing hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, leading to physical symptoms such as muscle tension, shallow breathing, and digestive issues. They identify common physical symptoms in young people, like headaches, stomach problems, and sleep disturbances, which can be mistaken for physical illnesses. Chloe advises seeking professional help if symptoms persist or significantly impact daily life. She emphasizes the importance of grounding techniques, distraction, and professional support to manage anxiety and its physical manifestations. Thank you to National Lottery Awards for All for funding this episode https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/ For more information visit:  Invictus Wellbeing https://www.invictuswellbeing.com You can also find a range of useful mental health support services on Destination https://destination.org.uk/app/section/useful-links (Sign in required)   You can also follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whatthefridaypod/ or TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@whatthefridaypod(@WhatTheFridayPod) Special thanks to National Lottery Awards for All and Invictus Wellbeing for supporting this episode, Jimi for editing and Youth Social www.youthsocial.co.uk for pulling everything together. Don't forget to subscribe for new episodes or sign up to the Destination information & opportunities web-app for teens and young adults at www.destination.org.uk where you can find loads of useful life-benefiting content for young people.     Finally special thanks for Paul A Jackson for the music.