Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and in this episode, Jess and Lisa get real about the stressors piling up in their worlds—from illness and unpredictable weather to the pressures of work, family, and everything in between. With humor and honesty, they unpack the emotional weight of their responsibilities and explore how stress manifests in their lives.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• It's been a day, a month, a week, a year....
• Jess unpacks some feedback from her daughter's teacher that caught her off-guard and made her think about (over-)achievement culture.
• Lisa unpacks her new stress escalation matrix to find ways to disrupt the stress cycle and get back to a place of good.
• From brain breaks to mindful walks, Jess and Lisa explore strategies for interrupting the stress spiral before it takes over.

Why You Should Listen

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the relentless demands of life, this episode is for you. Jess and Lisa’s raw, insightful conversation offers a mix of personal stories, hard-won wisdom, and practical strategies for navigating stress with self-awareness and resilience.

Tune in next week as we dive into the ideas of "before" and "after," resilience in action, and values—we can’t wait to unpack it with you!

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