Author name: Pocket Power

Your stress response is designed to protect you — but when it stays switched on for too long, it can do more harm than good. Prolonged or severe trauma can leave you stuck in one of the body’s stress states, draining your health, energy, and wellbeing.

In this blog, we explore what it really means to be trapped in stress, the impact it has on both body and mind, and how to recognise the signs so you can begin to move towards recovery and balance.

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Failure isn’t the end — and it certainly isn’t a reflection of your worth. It’s part of the process, a stepping stone that teaches, shapes and guides you towards growth.

In this blog, we explore why failure isn’t something to fear, but something to embrace. You’ll discover how setbacks can become lessons, how mistakes carve out your journey, and why each failure moves you closer to the person you’re becoming.

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Sleep isn’t just rest — it’s when your body repairs, restores and resets. From physical recovery and emotional balance to weight management and brain health, good sleep underpins it all.

In this blog, we break down the sleep cycles, explain what happens in each stage, and show you how to build a personalised sleep plan to spot your disruptors and take practical steps towards better rest.

Read it on our website or listen to it now in the Pocket Power app.