26: Under Pressure — How to Handle Stress Before It Breaks You

A quarter of the year is already gone.And for a lot of people… the pressure is building.More work.More expectations.More things pulling you in different directions.And most people just try to push through it.Until their body steps in and forces them to stop.In this episode of the Coffee With Dan Podcast, Dan and Shaun Bartle break down what stress actually looks like in real life, not the fluffy version, the version that lands you in hospital, burns you out, or leaves you running on empty.Dan shares the moment his body completely shut him down after pushing too hard for too long.Shaun talks about anxiety, burnout, and what happens when you don’t take care of yourself.And together they unpack what actually works when it comes to handling stress properly.This isn’t about avoiding pressure.It’s about making sure it doesn’t break you.They cover:– Why most people live in constant low-level stress without realising it – The early warning signs your body gives you before things go wrong – How poor sleep and constant stimulation quietly wreck your performance – The importance of disconnecting, even when it feels impossible – Why “pushing through” isn’t always the answer – How to actually reduce stress without overcomplicating itPlus a brutally honest conversation about boundaries, burnout, and why looking after yourself isn’t optional if people rely on you.If you’ve been feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly “on”…This one will hit.