124 // Addicted to Stress to Get Things Done? The Hidden Costs of High-Functioning Motherhood

You've mastered the art of doing it all—juggling kids, work, home, and a million mental tabs. But if you've ever caught yourself saying, "I just work better under pressure" or "Stress keeps me going," this episode will challenge the very system you've come to rely on. In this episode, we unpack the real cost of running on stress, why your body might be addicted to the buzz, and how high-functioning motherhood can mask deeper burnout. Inside this episode: – Why stress feels like a superpower (until your body says otherwise) – The biological cost of being constantly "on" – How stress affects your parenting, peace, and physical health – What becomes possible when you build from safety and overflow If you're ready to kick butt without the stress as your motivator… → Email or DM the word ROOTED to @coachrachelfernandez on Instagram or email for details on Rooted Capacity, my 6-month restoration framework for high-functioning women. Email me: [email protected] DM me on Instagram: @coachrachelfernandez