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EPISODE · Dec 2, 2025 · 12 MIN

Hooked on Hustle: Why We Crave Stress and How to Quit

from Sky High Coaching Conversations · host Janelle Ryan

Ever caught yourself saying “I’m fine” while your jaw is clenched so tightly you could crack a walnut?Welcome to stress addiction - the hustle high so many high-performers accidentally rely on.In this episode, we unpack why stress can feel addictive, the surprising reasons we keep seeking it out, and the long-term toll it takes on our bodies and minds.Then we move into the good stuff: how to unhook from the hustle and build a rhythm that feels successful without being fuelled by panic.If you’re tired of living in fight-or-flight (but also slightly addicted to the thrill of it), you’ll love this one.Learn more about Janelle and Sky High Coaching at www.skyhighcoaching.com.au.  Download your free gifts HERE.  Message us!

Ever caught yourself saying “I’m fine” while your jaw is clenched so tightly you could crack a walnut? Welcome to stress addiction - the hustle high so many high-performers accidentally rely on. In this episode, we unpack why stress can feel addictive, the surprising reasons we keep seeking it out, and the long-term toll it takes on our bodies and minds. Then we move into the good stuff: how to unhook from the hustle and build a rhythm that feels successful without being fuelled by panic. If ...

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Ever caught yourself saying “I’m fine” while your jaw is clenched so tightly you could crack a walnut?Welcome to stress addiction - the hustle high so many high-performers accidentally rely on.In this episode, we unpack why stress can feel...

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