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Aug 20, 2025 48 min

Stress Hacks: From Basic to Bougie

from DARE TO THRIVE Hosted by Em Manuel

In this episode I’m sharing the real-life things I’ve changed to manage stress and nervous system dysregulation - from the super simple basics to the slightly bougie upgrades. We get into: The simple change I made to "to-do" lists to help with overwhelm, feeling like I failed and stress levels Sleep - how I couldn't sleep and turned it around: we talk before bed hacks, the essential oil I use everyday and the tool I didn't think would help but did Why mouth taping freaked me out at first (and why I finally gave it a go and haven't looked back) The reframe around exercise that's helped with consistency & motivation dips Cold plunge & sauna - how I actually use them and why they've changed the game for me The simple daily mantra that keeps me grounded and in full trust The “little luxuries” that make a big difference in managing stress & properly leaning into self-care If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, low-energy, or like your mind won’t switch off, this episode gives you a mix of practical tips and fun experiments you can try right away both the tangible, the mindset and the extra Get more writings & quotes on substack Follow Em on Instagram: @saltandwhistle Follow the pod on Instagram @daretothrivepodcast

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