Finding Calm in Everyday Stress

Stress touches all of us—whether it’s the pressure of work, family responsibilities, or the constant noise of daily life. Left unchecked, stress can feel overwhelming and affect both your mental and physical health. But with the right tools, you can begin to shift from surviving each day to moving through life with more calm and balance.

Why Stress Management Matters

Stress isn’t always bad—it’s our body’s natural response to challenges. But when stress is constant, it can impact sleep, mood, focus, and even relationships. Recognizing the signs early is the first step to taking control rather than letting stress control you.

Simple Practices You Can Start Today

  • Mindful Breathing: Even 2–3 minutes of slow, intentional breathing can calm your nervous system and signal safety to your body.
  • Movement Breaks: A short walk, stretching, or gentle yoga can release tension and improve clarity.
  • Journaling: Writing down thoughts or worries can help organize your mind and reduce rumination.
  • Gratitude Practice: Ending your day by writing three things you’re grateful for can shift your focus and improve resilience over time.

Building Long-Term Resilience

Managing stress isn’t just about quick fixes—it’s about creating a lifestyle that supports your well-being. Consider:

  • Boundaries with Technology: Unplug for set periods each day to give your mind space to rest.
  • Consistent Sleep: Prioritize rest to restore both body and brain.
  • Connection: Talking openly with friends, family, or a therapist helps prevent stress from building silently.

When to Seek Extra Support

If stress begins to interfere with your ability to work, connect with others, or enjoy life, it may be time to seek professional support. Therapy provides a safe space to explore what’s beneath the stress, learn tailored coping strategies, and feel less alone in the process.

Closing:

At Seaside Counseling & Wellness in Mount Pleasant, SC, we believe no one should have to carry stress alone. Our licensed therapists are here to help you find calm, create healthy routines, and restore balance to your life.

Questions, Support or Guidance

Angela Ordyniec, MA/LISW-CP

Clinical Social Worker

Angi was drawn to become a therapist by her desire to walk alongside people as they navigate life’s twists and turns. Her approach is authentic, dynamic, and uplifting, and she never loses sight of each individual’s capacity to persevere, create, and transform.

With 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse and complex backgrounds in both non-profit and private practice settings, Angi brings a warm, relational style to her work—often sprinkled with humor. She specializes in supporting adults through life transitions, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Angi integrates various therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also passionate about the connection between nutrition and mental health, having earned a certificate in Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health from Adelphi University.

She embraces working with people from all backgrounds, religions, orientations, cultures, and ideologies. In her free time, Angi enjoys cooking savory meals, relaxing at the beach, reading, connecting with loved ones, and maintaining a balanced self-care routine.