In this episode of Costa Mesa Pod, I sit down with Sarah from Everything’s Messy Podcast to talk about stress, perfectionism, and the moment everything changed — including surviving a heart attack at 43.

We dive into:

Why stress is more dangerous than we admit

Letting go of the “perfect life” illusion

Sitting with the messy reality instead of rushing to fix it

How facing the hardest moments can become a source of real strength

This is an honest conversation about healing, self-awareness, and choosing yourself — even when it’s uncomfortable.