Your Body Whispers Before it Shouts

Your body is always talking to you. The question is — are you paying attention?

Most of us don’t notice the gentle whispers until they turn into loud shouts:

Whisper: A little stiffness getting out of bed → Shout: Constant arthritis ache

Whisper: That mid-afternoon energy dip → Shout: Full-on burnout

Whisper: Occasional bloating after meals → Shout: Daily digestive discomfort

Whisper: One restless night → Shout: Ongoing insomnia

The earlier we notice those whispers, the easier it is to steer things back on track.

Why we tend to miss them:

We normalize them. “It’s just part of getting older.” “I’m busy — of course I’m tired.”

We override them. Coffee for fatigue. Painkillers for joint pain. A glass of wine (or two) to unwind. Sure, it helps in the moment… but the root cause is still there.

How to start tuning in again:

• Keep a simple log of your sleep, energy, digestion, and any aches or pains for a couple of weeks.

• Watch for patterns — certain foods, weather changes, skipped meals, late nights.

• Try one small shift — add more protein at breakfast, get 5 extra minutes of morning sunlight, go to bed 30 minutes earlier, or cut back on (or cut out) alcohol for a while.

Small changes might seem too easy to matter… but they add up in a big way. And sometimes, they’re enough to keep those whispers from ever becoming shouts.

Your body’s been speaking to you your whole life — maybe now’s the time to really listen.

Remember, progress not perfection!

Shelley Turk