"Let's take a deep breath and learn how to relax." This is going to be a marvelously relaxing, life-giving and hope-filled episode...don't miss this! If you want to be strong, healthy, maintain a good body composition, and feel your absolute best, it's nearly impossible if you don't manage your stress well. This episode is PART TWO of Stress Reality Check. On this episode, we're taking a closer, more specific look at some effective strategies that you can begin using today that will significantly ratchet down your body's stress response and get it under control. You're going to learn all about: Tips for a better sleep routine The trick for getting your nutrition under control without it becoming a frustrating burden How to breathe properly (the 5-5-8 count!) Creating balance throughout the week with your workouts The value of a supportive community that helps you lower your expectations Resources from this episode: The Strong Mommas Coaching Program (Registration open 9/5-9/11!)  Saturate yourself in the Word: Proverbs 3:21-26 (on sleep) Psalm 4:8 (on sleep) Genesis 2:7 (on breathing) Job 33:4 (on breathing) Ezekiel 37:6 (on breathing) John 6:63 (on Spirit and life) Matthew 11:28 (rest for your souls) Isaiah 40:31 (on not growing weary) Romans 8:38 (on security in our hope)