Maya began to research what was happening to her. She learned that stress triggers the body’s "fight or flight" response, flooding the system with cortisol and adrenaline. While useful for escaping predators, these chemicals are toxic when brewed over months of office deadlines.
She stopped eating lunch while typing. By focusing only on the taste of her food, she practiced mindfulness—the art of being present. From Stress to Happiness
She began politely declining tasks that weren't her responsibility. She learned that every "yes" to someone else’s trivial request was a "no" to her own peace of mind. The Transformation Maya began to research what was happening to her