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Morning Anxiety: How to Calm the Cortisol Spike and Take
Published 1 year ago
Description
In this episode, we tackle the all-too-common experience of waking up with a racing heart, anxious thoughts, and that overwhelming sense of dread. Learn why your cortisol spike peaks in the morning and discover practical, science-backed strategies to calm your nervous system, break the cycle of morning anxiety, and take back control of your day.
Key Takeaways:
• Identify the biological cause of morning cortisol spikes
• Use breathing techniques to lower stress hormones instantly
• Create a non-negotiable morning routine to prevent anxiety
• Avoid common triggers that worsen morning cortisol
• Build resilience with simple mindset shifts
What You'll Discover::
• How cortisol and circadian rhythms drive your morning anxiety
• The surprising role of blood sugar in your morning stress response
• Why checking your phone first thing makes anxiety worse
• How light exposure can reset your stress hormones
• A 5-minute grounding practice to start your day calm
Recommended Resources:
• "Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety" by Barry McDonagh
• "Unwinding Anxiety" by Judson Brewer
• "The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at anxiety@senseofthisshit.com.
💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 Help keep these vital conversations alive—Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...
This episode includes AI-generated content.
Key Takeaways:
• Identify the biological cause of morning cortisol spikes
• Use breathing techniques to lower stress hormones instantly
• Create a non-negotiable morning routine to prevent anxiety
• Avoid common triggers that worsen morning cortisol
• Build resilience with simple mindset shifts
What You'll Discover::
• How cortisol and circadian rhythms drive your morning anxiety
• The surprising role of blood sugar in your morning stress response
• Why checking your phone first thing makes anxiety worse
• How light exposure can reset your stress hormones
• A 5-minute grounding practice to start your day calm
Recommended Resources:
• "Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety" by Barry McDonagh
• "Unwinding Anxiety" by Judson Brewer
• "The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at anxiety@senseofthisshit.com.
💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 Help keep these vital conversations alive—Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...
This episode includes AI-generated content.