Episode 8 - Lauren McGee - Eliminating Stress in a Stressful World

Stress is a natural response in the body that occurs when we perceive something as a threat. However, in today's society, stress has become chronic and accumulates throughout the day. Chronic stress can lead to long-term changes in brain chemistry and neuroplasticity, affecting brain structure and function. It can also manifest in the body physically, causing tension and discomfort in different parts of the body. Stress can contribute to the development of neurological disorders such as anxiety and depression. Mindfulness and relaxation techniques can help regulate the nervous system's response to stress. Gut health plays a crucial role in mediating the effects of stress on the nervous system, as the gut and brain are interconnected. Workplace Performance and Wellbeing Institute was founded to help individuals and organizations thrive by providing tools and education to manage stress. The Thriving Workplace Podcast was created to bring valuable insights and conversations to a wider audience.

Takeaways

• Stress is a natural response in the body, but chronic stress can have negative effects on brain structure and function.

• Chronic stress can manifest physically in the body, causing tension and discomfort in different areas.

• Stress can contribute to the development of anxiety and depression.

• Mindfulness and relaxation techniques can help regulate the nervous system's response to stress.

• Gut health plays a crucial role in mediating the effects of stress on the nervous system.

• Workplace Performance and Wellbeing Institute aims to help individuals and organizations thrive by providing tools and education to manage stress.

• The Thriving Workplace Podcast brings valuable insights and conversations to a wider audience.

Titles

• Physical Manifestations of Stress in the Body

• The Link Between Stress and Anxiety/Depression

Sound Bites

• "Stress is a natural perception in the body, and it starts within the brain."

• "Your brain is going to adapt to what it really needs, because your brain just works in keeping you alive."

• "Neuroplasticity is basically your brain's way of diverting its energy and function where it feels like it needs to go."

Links

http://www.wpwi.org

https://linktr.ee/wpwi

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/lauren_thestresssolutionist/

https://www.instagram.com/workplacepwi/

The Thriving Workplace Podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GwGkd2I0f6Z1HRdV8RJ9i?si=65zo2SNJTcSjXRZp3YN0kw

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thriving-workplace-podcast/id1750608415