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“Wishing you health, wealth, and happiness”. is a phrase we hear often but why do we link health with wealth? And why is money mentioned in statements about happiness? I usually blog about money and business on my second blog-The Bloglancer-but today I thought we’d talk about another side of money: why money and our health are intrinsically linked.
Over the last year, since becoming a mum, I’ve been trying to get more of a handle of my finances; such as rejigging my workload so I could work 3 days instead of 5 and making sure Jude is prepared for the future with a Junior ISA . These simple strategies can all make sure a difference in feeling confident with money and reducing stress.
So, in what ways do your finances affect your health?
Digestive issues
Stress about money worries can affect your health but it’s also worth thinking about how a lack of money can impact your diet too. This is especially the case for those of us on a specialist diet-we all know how expensive gluten and dairy can be!
Cortisol is reduced
Being ‘broke’ is stressful. Managing a lifestyle around a low-income stream creates daily stresses over how to support yourself, which drives up the release of a stress hormone called cortisol. Cortisol constricts the blood vessels in non-vital areas, sending blood to where it may be needed for immediate survival (e.g. the muscles and respiratory organs). This constant stress can wear the body out, literally revving the body’s engine until health problems follow.
You can read more in my guide to stress and your digestion.
Mental Health Issues
I know first hand that my anxiety increases when I don’t feel in control of my savings. The feeling of uncertainty and not being in control plays a big part in my worries about money, and this can make my mental health worse.
I try to put aside regular time to work on my finances or use automated tools to help with things like saving (I use the app Chip) can really make a difference!
I hope this post has given you some ideas to get on top of your finances and why it’s so important for your health.
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