stress and anxiety

by Leslie Moldenauer

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Stress, Anxiety, and Exhaustion Among Women

At my recent farmer's market, I witnessed an all-too-common reaction: women laughing off the topic of stress and exhaustion before walking away. This moment made me realize how deeply ingrained the silence around mental health struggles is. In my latest blog post, I share my personal journey through burnout, loss, and recovery, and explore why we need to break the silence surrounding stress, anxiety, and exhaustion. Learn how societal pressures keep us isolated and why it's crucial to prioritize our well-being. Join me in starting an open conversation about mental health. Let’s support each other and make self-care a priority. Discover how you can create a supportive community and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.

by Leslie Moldenauer

Discover the Magic of Passionflower: Why It’s a Key Ingredient in Our Happibliss Tincture

Discover the fascinating history and modern benefits of Passionflower, a key ingredient in our Happibliss tincture. Learn how this calming herb, with its rich historical roots and contemporary uses, supports relaxation, stress relief, and better sleep.

by Leslie Moldenauer

Magnesium Lotion: A Natural Lotion for Pain Relief and Sweet Dreams

Magnesium is widely used to support muscle comfort, nerve function, and more restful sleep. This article explores how topical magnesium lotion fits into pain support and evening routines, and why formulation quality matters when choosing products you trust.

by Leslie Moldenauer

The Silent Stress Cycle Holding Women Back And What To Do About It

Chronic stress doesn’t show up all at once. It whispers through fatigue, anxiety, and the pressure to keep going. This post explores why so many women get trapped in the productivity cycle and how to shift into calmer, more connected habits that support real healing.

by Leslie Moldenauer

Topical Magnesium vs Oral Magnesium for Stress: What to Know

This article explores topical magnesium versus oral magnesium for stress support, how chronic stress changes the way the body responds, and how to choose the option that feels most doable and grounding right now.

by Leslie Moldenauer

When Burnout Is the Baseline, the Body Needs Nourishment, Not a To-Do List

When burnout becomes the baseline, the nervous system isn’t asking for more effort or better routines. It’s asking for nourishment. This article explores why to-do lists stop working under chronic stress, how safety precedes regulation, and what the body is actually responding to beneath exhaustion.

by Leslie Moldenauer

When Doing Better Makes Your Body Hurt

There is a phase of healing no one prepares women for. You start doing the right things. Moving more gently. Caring for your body with intention. And instead of feeling better, pain shows up again. This piece explores why that happens, what it actually means, and how to stay with your body without turning against it.

by Leslie Moldenauer

When Everything Feels Urgent: How a Rushed Life Trains the Nervous System

When everything feels urgent, the nervous system may be responding to patterns of constant pressure rather than actual danger. This article explores how a rushed pace of life trains the body to stay in fight-or-flight, why slowing down can feel uncomfortable, and how awareness becomes the first step toward real nervous system healing.

by Leslie Moldenauer

When Intense Emotions Keep the Nervous System on High Alert: Understanding the Vagus Nerve

Intense emotions can keep the nervous system in a constant state of alert. This article explores the role of the vagus nerve, stress responses, and simple ways to support nervous system regulation as part of the journey from healing to thriving.

by Leslie Moldenauer

When Stress Lives in the Body: Why Tension, Tight Shoulders, and Restless Nights Are So Common

Stress doesn’t just live in the mind. For many people, it settles into the body as tight shoulders, restless nights, and muscles that never quite relax. This article explores how stress shows up physically, why nervous system support matters, and how thoughtfully formulated products like magnesium lotion can become part of a gentle, body-based care routine you can trust.

by Leslie Moldenauer

You’re Not Burned Out. Your Nervous System Never Felt Safe Enough to Stop.

Burnout isn’t always about doing too much. For many people, it develops when the nervous system has been in constant alert for too long and rest never felt safe. This article explores why traditional productivity and self-care advice often falls short and how true recovery begins with nervous system safety, not pressure.