Stress Is a Daily Reality for Most Women — Shauna Lynn Simon on the Habits That Actually Keep It From Running Your Life

Stress management advice tends to sound good in theory and fall apart the moment real life shows up. Shauna Lynn Simon has spent years helping women close that gap — not with aspirational wellness routines, but with daily habits that are specific, practical, and actually built to hold under pressure. She joins Stacey Chillemi to talk about what female resilience looks like in practice: how physical movement like running and walking directly affects your cortisol levels in ways that compound over time, why journaling and meditation are most powerful when they are aimed at the unresolved issues you have been quietly carrying, and how setting boundaries and saying no are not acts of selfishness but the foundation of sustainable peace and productivity. What she shares about surrounding yourself with people who support rather than drain you, why gratitude and self-reflection are skills that have to be practiced deliberately rather than felt occasionally, and how to make stress management a non-negotiable part of your daily routine rather than something you reach for only when you are already overwhelmed will give you a clear and workable picture of what it actually takes to stop letting stress make your decisions for you. The habits are simpler than you think. The commitment to them is where most people stall. This episode helps you get unstuck. Website: LEARNINGS: How does physical activity impact cortisol levels? Physical activity, such as running or walking, can impact cortisol levels by triggering the body's stress response, regardless of the activity being a stressor or not. Why is stress management recommended as a daily habit? Stress management is recommended as a daily habit to help individuals cope with daily stressors and prevent elevated cortisol levels, promoting overall well-being. How can journaling and meditation help with stress management? Journaling and meditation can help individuals identify and address unresolved issues, release control over uncontrollable situations, and promote self-reflection and emotional processing. What is the importance of setting boundaries and saying no in managing stress? Setting boundaries and learning to say no can help individuals prioritize their time, reduce overwhelm from excessive commitments, and maintain control over their schedule and stress levels. How can gratitude and surrounding oneself with supportive people aid in stress management? Practicing gratitude and surrounding oneself with supportive individuals can foster a positive mindset, enhance resilience, and provide a strong support system for managing stress effectively. Website: Become a supporter of this podcast: . Follow The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi for weekly episodes on mindset, wellness, spirituality, and business growth—without burnout. Newsletter & resources: https://substack.com/@staceychillemi Watch & connect: • • Be a guest/sponsor: [email protected] • Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices