Episode Details

Why do we always seem to get sick the moment we finally slow down?

Today I dive into the science behind stress, burnout, cortisol, and why so many high performers crash physically after big work pushes.

My grandfather worked as a GP with only one day off every fortnight, and he would consistently get migraines the moment he finally stopped working. I unpack what’s actually happening inside the body during prolonged periods of stress and why the “post-stress crash” is so common.

I also break down:

• How cortisol affects your immune system
• Why your body stays in “fight or flight” during stressful periods
• What happens when the pressure finally lifts
• Why high performers often ignore the warning signs
• Simple daily habits that help flush stress out of the body before it builds up

This ep is all about managing stress proactively so you can perform at a high level without completely falling into a heap afterwards.

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