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Stress is something we all deal with from time to time. In small amounts, it can actually be useful—it sharpens our focus and helps us react when things get intense. But what if that stress doesn’t go away? What if your body stays on high alert, even when there’s no real reason anymore? That’s what we call chronic stress, and it can take a serious toll on both your body and your mind. Chronic stress often shows up when there’s constant pressure at work, ongoing relationship tension, money worries, unresolved trauma, or simply not enough downtime. When stress becomes the norm, your nervous system doesn’t get the chance to reset. Instead, your body stays stuck in survival mode. Over time, this affects nearly every system in the body. We’re built to handle short-term stress—but not to live in it day after day.