#42 | 4 Types Of "Good" Stress That Help You Get Stronger With Autoimmune Disease (And How To Boost Your Brain Health Starting Today)

Send us Fan MailCan challenging your brain actually help you feel better with autoimmune disease?Yes—and in this episode I dive into the science of “good" stress and how mental and cognitive challenges can actually create healthier cells, sharpen your thinking, and build a more resilient brain. You’ll learn what counts as good stress, the 4 key types, and why stimulating your brain on purpose can have long-term benefits—from reducing brain fog to protecting against dementia.Bonus: You’re already doing one of the best habits for your brain just by listening!In this episode, you’ll learn:The 4 types of “good" stress that support healing and neuroplasticityHow games like Wordle and strategy nights can reduce your risk of cognitive declineFun, easy ways to challenge your brain daily (without overwhelm)Listen now to discover why boosting your brain might just be the habit your healing plan is missing.Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Menu of support options to work with me HERE.Free quiz HERE.Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.Personalized Energy Audit HERE.Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. Sign-up for emails HERE.Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.