Mother Up Goodbye Stress, Hello Better You with Cortisol Control
We all know that sleep, stress, and productivity are intertwined, but do we really understand how much they affect each other? This episode welcomes Rachel Sanders, the founder of Rootine, who has made it her mission to tackle these everyday struggles.
Rachel dives deep into how cortisol, the “stress hormone,” impacts your health—especially your sleep and productivity. We talk about simple ways to manage cortisol and how your morning coffee might not be helping as much as you think. Plus, Rachel shares tips on staying productive and finding balance, even when life feels overwhelming.
Listen to this episode and take control of your health, one small change at a time!
Topics discussed include:
- Understand why managing cortisol is crucial for your overall health.
- Discover simple methods to balance your cortisol levels.
- Learn how high-intensity workouts might worsen cortisol issues.
- How elevated cortisol affects your sleep quality.
- Why incorporating rest time is essential for managing stress and boosting productivity.
Resources:
- Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelsopsanders
- Rootine Website: https://rootine.co/
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