Stress can be the starting point for disease and pain in the body. Stress is more than just having a bad day. Here are four major types of stress:

• physical trauma
• toxic overload
• nutritional deficiencies
• mental or emotional stress

Research has shown that nearly any form of disease, pain, or illness can likely be traced back to one of these four stressors.

Many of us are always "on" from the moment we wake up. We’re on for our families, our jobs, our communities, and our friends. And on top of everything happening around us, we also have the constant chatter and storytelling that happens inside our heads. The Pixar film Inside Out illustrates this well—the whirlwind of thoughts and emotions that often go unmanaged.

When we don’t address mental or emotional stress, it manifests in symptoms like irritability, aches, pains, and sleeplessness. Left unmanaged, stress exacerbates conditions like anxiety and depression. This is where yoga and meditation can make a big difference. Even small amounts of yoga and mindfulness can significantly improve your ability to manage stress.

At The Well Yoga Dubuque, we offer more than just stretching and movement. Through mindfulness and yoga, we help you identify and change negative thought patterns. This process enhances overall well-being and can have a profound impact on individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and past trauma.

Taking time for yourself through yoga is not just a way to relieve tension—it's a path to holistic healing. By consistently managing stress, you’ll reduce your chances of illness and disease down the road. Over time, you'll also notice improved sleep and a shift in your thought patterns. What once seemed overwhelming can gradually give way to a more positive, balanced outlook on life.

At The Well Yoga Dubuque, we offer daily group classes Monday through Saturday and an online library of yoga sessions designed to empower individuals to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. Our goal is to provide you with the tools to thrive—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

You can pay per class and utilize our sliding-scale pricing or select one of our packages or memberships to experience benefits such as lower per class rate, friend passes, and access to our on-demand library of classes.