Crack the Cortisol Code: Confidence, Chemistry & Clarity with Jenny Evans

In this episode of Mind Over Matter, we dive into the hidden chemistry of burnout, performance, and confidence with Jenny Evans — global speaker, resilience coach, and founder of Powerhouse Performance and Solon Fire. Jenny explains how cortisol, often misunderstood as just a "stress hormone," quietly sabotages mental clarity, energy, and decision-making. More importantly, she unpacks simple, science-backed rituals for reversing cortisol's effects — without a lifestyle overhaul. From micro-bursts of movement to redefining confidence as action over emotion, Jenny’s insights will help you regain control, protect your energy, and reconnect with purpose in high-pressure environments.

About the Guest:

Jenny Evans is a performance coach, speaker, and founder of Solon Fire, a high-performance community for women. With a background in exercise physiology and psychology, she has spent two decades helping leaders and organizations understand how stress, brain chemistry, and behavior intersect. Jenny is known for translating complex neuroscience into simple, actionable tools for resilience, energy, and confidence.

Key Takeaways:

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  Cortisol isn't the enemy — chronic exposure is. Microbursts of physical activity (30–60 seconds) are the fastest way to reset.

  
  


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  High achievers often confuse endurance with resilience; recovery is not optional.

  
  


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  Confidence is not a feeling, it’s a skill — built by taking action before you feel ready.

  
  


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  Purpose is the fastest mindset reset: if the task doesn’t align with your mission, it’s a red flag.

  
  


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  Micro-recovery (physical, emotional, mental, spiritual) throughout the day sustains peak performance longer than grinding ever will.

  
  

Connect with Jenny Evans:

Get her free Cortisol Reset Protocol at www.jennyevans.com/yourcortisolreset

Learn more about her work: www.jennyevans.com

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