In this episode, well-being strategist Beth Carr explores the nature of stress, how it’s measured, and how local government professionals can manage it more effectively. She explains the difference between acute and chronic stress, introduces both subjective and objective ways to measure it, and highlights the unique pressures faced in public service roles. Beth shares practical strategies—from mindfulness to organisational culture shifts—to help individuals and teams build resilience. Her key message: “Stress is a signal, not the enemy.”