Ep#217 CORTISOL CRISIS: Chronic stress, health and aging

Burnout Recovery by Dex Randall | Master Burnout Coach

Mar 4, 202627:03Business

Dex Randall explains how chronic stress keeps the body in survival mode through ongoing cortisol activation, damaging brain function, health, and longevity even when you feel “fine” today. He contrasts normal stress (fig...

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