Loto Journal

Including thoughtfully created blog content about somatic healing practices, nervous system self-regulation techniques, and faith-based spiritual practices, Loto Wellness Collective’s blog focuses on the art and science of rest and renewal, drawing inspiration from the life of Jesus, monastic wisdom, and modern science.

Through personal storytelling and letter writing, follow our Founder, Jennifer Axcell, as she travels the 🌎 globe as a digital nomad and Desert Mother, exploring cultural expressions of rest and self-care.

Reader’s Note: In the Loto Wellness Collective blog content, except for direct quotes, the pronouns often used for the One True God are They/Them in reference to the triune personhood of YHWH. When referencing Jesus specifically, the pronouns He/Him are used. In keeping with the canonical New Testament, God is also referred to as Father.

Cortisol Overload: 5 Signs of Elevated Stress Hormones and How to Detox Your Mind, Body, and Spirit
Jennifer Axcell Jennifer Axcell

Cortisol Overload: 5 Signs of Elevated Stress Hormones and How to Detox Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

It’s easy to dismiss stress as just another part of life, but when it lingers too long, it begins to reshape not just our emotions but also our bodies. The hormone cortisol plays a significant role in how we respond to stress, regulating energy, metabolism, and immune function. However, when stress becomes chronic, excess cortisol can lead to physical and emotional imbalances—showing up in ways we might not even recognize at first.

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Contributors & Collaborators

Loto Living and Loto Journal, would not be possible without the ongoing support and generous contributions from an incredible team of writers, artists, healers, editors, creatives, and pastors.