Rest isn’t a choice — It’s biology
Our latest York Press feature explores the “internal bodyguard” of the nervous system that mistakes chronic stress for safety. After months of money or housing worries, our bodies adapt to survival mode, making true rest feel unfamiliar and even unsafe.
At Citizens Advice York, we tackle the systemic problems that keep people stuck in high-alert. By resolving the big stresses like debt or housing, we create the space for true recovery to begin.
Read more on how to navigate this festive season with sustainable “micro-shifts” https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/25692954.citizens-advice-york-slow-heal-2026/