[AMY SAYS] EP#435 - Understanding and Breaking the Stress Cycle
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One. More. Thing. One more thing and you may just lose your god-damn mind. If one more person asks something of you… If one more task gets added to your to-do list… You may just Lose. Your. Shit.

We’ve all been in this crazy-ass-stressed-the-fuck-out place where we become, uh-hem, a little less than the best version of ourselves. We scream at our kids when they need something minimal. We lash out at our spouse, or friend, or co-worker when they are just trying to help. In essence, we become somewhat addicted to being super stressed out and overwhelmed. 

Here’s the unique thing about navigating modern stressors… When our primitive ancestors were dealing with some kind of threat, let’s say a lion, they would have a sharp spike of stress, handle the stressful situation (escape the lion) and then easily be able to access a calm, tranquil space. In essence, they were able to complete the entire stress response cycle. But now we are in many stressful situations that simply don’t stop. #helloCovid Whether it be traffic, dealing with a high-demand job, feeling threatened in your interpersonal relationships, or being stressed out about the state of the world, it’s highly likely that you’ve been existing in your sympathetic nervous system which our bodies respond to like we’re constantly running from lions. It’s basically really, *really *fucking detrimental to our nervous systems.

If this sounds like I have a hidden camera installed in your place, you need to have a listen to this week’s pod. BTW, no camera (#creepy)… I’ve just been in this place far too many times to count. And in this episode, I discuss what spikes our stress response and share 11+ simple things you can do to let go of the overwhelm, stress, and mortal combat that may be driving you to the brink of insanity. Say hello to some serious peace, tranquility, and happy dances.

This pod explores:

How people-pleasing is adding a shit-ton of stress to your life and what to do about it 11+ easy ways to immediately relieve your stress My P.O.D. method for navigating extreme overwhelm How to start asking for help… even if you really hate asking for help. And how that can be a fierce act of feminism.

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Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~>) ______ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Come As You Are: Revised and Updated: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, Emily Nagoski PhD) POD #227: “NO”vember: How To Say “No” (And Not Feel Guilty)  ) Burnout:The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Emily Nagoski, Amelia Nagoski) Video: Burnout: The secret to solving the stress cycle, Emily and Amelia Nagoski) POD #359: Necessary Rest: What It Means To Truly Restore)  POD #372: Primitive Fear To Modern Anxiety: Understanding The Four Modern Fear Responses ) POD #423:  Navigating Patriarchy Stress Disorder with Dr. Valerie Rein) POD #434: [Dial An Expert] Understanding And Navigating Stress With Dr. Mariza Snyder)

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