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Dr William Bird MBEGP, CEO & Founder of Intelligent Health

FoundationMental health
Reduce stress and feel at peace
Explore how stress affects your brain and body and learn practical ways to restore equilibrium.

Stress is a common and pervasive experience that many people face. It can occur when we think we are unable to deal with a physical, mental or emotional challenge in our life or we are fearful or overloaded. Sometimes, our thoughts can build up, and we struggle to regulate, take a step back and find a way through. There is a lot we can do to retrain our brain to reduce our stress. While stress is a normal part of life, chronic or excessive stress can have detrimental effects on physical and mental health. So, it's crucial to develop effective coping mechanisms and learn to de-stress during demanding situations.