150. Does a high-stress life increase cancer risk?

How often do you hear someone say, "I'm so stressed!"? I hate to admit it, but I say it a few times a week. I used to think being "busy" was part of my identity. Staying busy made me feel like I was achieving important things. But during my cancer journey, I realized I didn't have the energy to stay busy all the time. I began to see how stressed I was from constantly being in motion. Today's podcast guest is Kerstin Lindquist, a QVC host and stress management expert. After witnessing her mother's struggle with dementia and seeing "black spots" on her brain scan that doctors attributed to stress, Kerstin researched and discovered key strategies to help lower stress in your life. I had two key questions for Kerstin: Are some people better at handling stress? How do kids handle stress compared to adults? I can't wait for you to hear her answers! I walked away from today's episode with several EASY tips to lower my stress. One suggestion took me just a few seconds to try and I already feel less stressed. Spoiler alert: it involves adjusting the brightness on your cell phone. ______ Body Deli Why I love the Phoenix Lift Oil from Body Deli: Botanical Powerhouses for Deep Nourishment In addition to its scientifically advanced components, Phoenix Lift Face & Neck Oil features a curated blend of nutrient-dense, natural oils: Sea Buckthorn Oil: Rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants, it promotes skin regeneration and combats free radical damage. Marula Oil: A lightweight, fast-absorbing oil packed with vitamins C and E to deeply hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier. Davana Oil: Known for its calming properties, it soothes and balances the skin while imparting a luxurious aroma. Frankincense Oil: A treasured ingredient in skincare, it helps tone and firm the skin while reducing the appearance of age spots and blemishes. Use the code 'ENOS15' at checkout for 15% off! Shop here: www.thebodydeli.com ______ Parafy worm kit You're not alone if you've ever wondered what’s lurking in your body! Kim Rogers struggled with parasites and worms for years and now she’s created the Parafy Kit - a powerful cleanse designed to help you take control of your health. Here's the link to purchase the parasite cleanse from Kim Rogers:  https://rogershood.com/ref/850/. Use the code: DENOS10 You get 10% off your purchase! Just click the link to grab yours. I’m getting one too-let’s do this together! ______ My newsletter https://whydidigetcancerbydeborahenos.myflodesk.com/newslettersignup ______ Connect with Kerstin Lindquist Website: www.kerstin-lindquist.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/kerstin.lindquist Facebook: www.facebook.com/kerstin.lindquist Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/kerstin-lindquist-strest  ______ Connect with Deborah Deborah on Instagram: www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer Deborah on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices