What we're talking about it this episode! The implications of chronic stress on the body and what you can do about it Why family lineage and lifestyle may be playing a bigger role in your hormones than you realize Ways to get your HPA access and body back on track from excess stress How to begin to heal your hormones and get to the root cause of your problems Becoming more objective about your stressors and balancing your cortisol   Episode Summary: It is officially 2019 and I am so excited to continue on this healing journey with you. To kick off the New Year, I thought I would take this opportunity to identify and help you better understand the #1 precursor to hormone chaos in the body. Now, what is the single greatest risk to the hormones that are helping keep our bodies on track you ask? That would be chronic stress! While researching my new book I discovered a ‘Hormone Trifecta’, three simple ways to begin to heal your hormones and get to the root cause of your problems. Today I am sharing with you all the details of this Trifecta, and how it can help you reset your hormones, boost your metabolism and get your energy back on track. I am diving into everything from how you can learn to eat for your hormones, why you should begin implementing self-care today, how to gain deep and restful sleep, and the ultimate power of essential oils to instantly reset your hormone and energy levels. Everything from the biochemical changes in our brains that happen during survival mode, to the physical toll of increasing stress and why you need to be resetting your HPA access to get back down to Earth, is on the table today. A New Year is the time to put your body first and make sure you are getting everything you need to be the best version of you. The list of hormone-related symptoms can go on and on, and it’s time to put an end to the struggle and start living your best life!                        What are your health and wellness related goals for the New Year? Let me know in the comments section on the episode page!   Quotes: “Your body wants to be well and it wants to function at peak capacity” (1:04) “I was determined to prove my worth through hard work, serving others and adding more to my plate. And at some point, my plate became this unmanageable crazy platter” (9:26) “Chronic stress responses can create hormonal responses that can promote obesity, chronic disease states and even increased mortality rates” (20:12) “I am so excited for this year for you and for me because I know this is the year we are going to create some massive and incredible changes not only for our bodies but for our lives” (37:50)   Resources Mentioned: Receive your Free Pre-Order Book Bonus Here EY 09: Morning Ritual’s with Dr. Mariza Dr. Mariza’s Hormone Masterclass   Other Resources: Check out the full show notes page Keep up with everything Dr. Mariza Follow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube