Stress is not just “in your head”—it’s in your body. And the way we carry, suppress, and normalize stress is wreaking havoc on our nervous systems, hormones, and overall health.

In this raw and eye-opening conversation, Rachel Brooks sits down with nurse practitioner and wellness coach Molly McNamee to unpack how stress really impacts women and what it looks like to finally take back control of your body, mind, and health.

If you’ve been running on empty, pushing past burnout, or wondering why your body feels “off” despite your best efforts, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Timestamps

[00:01] Molly’s story: from burnout to holistic healing

[00:05] What stress really does to your body and hormones

[00:09] Understanding the nervous system + why it matters

[00:13] The lies we believe about “pushing through” stress

[00:16] Practical ways to reset and regulate daily

[00:22] The role of faith, presence, and surrender in healing

[00:27] Why women must stop normalizing exhaustion

[00:31] Molly’s advice for reclaiming peace and balance

Key Takeaways

• Stress isn’t weakness—it’s a signal your body is asking for help.
• Nervous system regulation is the foundation for physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
• Ignoring or pushing through stress only deepens the cycle of burnout.
• Healing begins with small, daily practices that reset and re-anchor you.
• True health is holistic: body, mind, and spirit all connected.

Quotes to Share

“Stress is not weakness—it’s a signal.” – Molly McNamee

“You can’t pour from an empty cup, no matter how strong you are.” – Rachel Brooks

“Your nervous system is the foundation of your health—regulate it, and you’ll transform your life.” – Molly McNamee

Ready for Your Reset?

If stress, exhaustion, and burnout have become your “normal,” it’s time to break the cycle. Start today with the I Am… Enough: 10-Minute Reset—a free, faith-fueled guide to help you pause, breathe, and realign your heart and mind.

👉 Download your free reset here

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• mollymcnamee.com/cortisol
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