Stressed Out? Your Brain Might Be Playing Tricks on You
- Author
- Darius Dotch
- Published
- Mon 21 Apr 2025
- Episode Link
- None
Ever notice how roller coasters can be fun yet deadlines feel suffocating, even though both spike your heart rate? That's because not all stress is created equal.
Contrary to popular belief, stress isn't something we should always try to eliminate—sometimes we need more of it. Much of our stress doesn't come from current circumstances but from mentally trying to handle all our future tasks simultaneously. When you catch yourself spiraling into overwhelm, remember you can only do one thing at a time. That deadline-induced panic? It's your brain lying to you about what needs to happen right now.
Ready to transform your relationship with stress? Listen now to discover which type might be affecting you most—and exactly how to bring your system back into balance.
