Why Stress Makes You Freeze - And How I'm Fighting Back

Ever felt completely frozen after a major life setback? In this first episode of What's Actually Happening, Maahi gets real about losing his job and the unexpected ways stress took over his body - the couch paralysis, the overeating, the brain fog, the inability to do even the simplest tasks.But here's the thing... it's not laziness. It's biology.Maahi dives into the science of cortisol - your body's primary stress hormone - and breaks down exactly what it does to your brain and body when life hits hard. Plus, five natural science-backed ways to start bringing those cortisol levels back down so you can slowly get your life back on track.If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or wondered why you just can't seem to get moving - this episode is for you.Topics covered:What cortisol is and why it mattersWhy stress makes you freeze and overeatThe science behind brain fog and procrastination5 natural ways to lower cortisol and feel human again