7. Can Stress be Good for Us?

Send Jay comments via text“I’m so STRESSED OUT!” How often have you uttered that phrase in recent days? During COVID times, our level of stress has been higher, no doubt. What you might not know is how we view stress can actually change how stress affects our bodies.In this episode of Positivity on Fire, host Jason Ramsden shares his view on stress, how a talk by Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D., a health psychologist who is the author of The Upside of Stress, has changed his view on stress management and how stress can be a good thing in our lives.RATE & REVIEW THE SHOWReview us on Love the Podcast or Apple Podcasts -- reviews and ratings help others find us and we appreciate your support greatly.ENGAGE WITH THE SHOWSubscribe, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedInCONNECT WITH JAYEmail, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, or TwitterRESOURCESArticle LinksHow to Make Stress Your Friendby Kelly McGonigal (ted.com)15 Ways to Calm Yourself Down by Sara Lindberg (healthline.com)App LinksCalm App; Calm is the #1 app for sleep and meditation. Join the millions experiencing better sleep, lower stress, and less anxiety. (Apple, Support the showSUPPORT THE MISSION: If this episode provided strategic value, please Follow and Save the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your "Save" helps us reach more families navigating the challenge of change. WORK WITH JAY (1:1 PRIVATE ADVISORY): Move beyond general advice. Jay works with a select number of parents in a 6-month Private Advisory Container to navigate identity recalibration and second act design. Book a Second Act Strategy Session👉 Click here.THE WISDOM COUNCIL (VIP COMMUNITY): Gain exclusive access to proprietary frameworks and early-release content for just $5/month. 👉 Join the Council.GUEST INQUIRIES: Seek to share expert insights with our audience? Connect with Jay Ramsden on PodMatch. 👉 Inquire here. OFFICAL GEAR: This Empty Nest Life MerchandiseENJOY THE SHOW? Leave a review us on Love the Podcast, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify to help us climb the Education Charts.