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In this episode of The StrongHer Way, Alisha Carlson chats with Nicole Hill to unpack the complexities of stress and how it impacts our lives. 

They explore the powerful connection between stress, sleep, and exercise, emphasizing how mindset plays a pivotal role in managing it. 

From understanding your stress triggers to aligning your actions with your core values, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you navigate stress more intentionally. 

Alisha and Nicole share practical strategies like mindfulness, journaling, and breathing techniques to foster resilience and growth while reducing the toll stress takes on your life.

Key Takeaways:

• Perception Matters: Stress can be harmful or enhancing, depending on how you view it.
• Mindset Shifts: Changing your mindset can transform how you cope with stress.
• Habits and Awareness: Daily habits and recognizing stress triggers are key to managing stress.
• Intentional Coping: Responding purposefully to stress leads to healthier outcomes.
• Align with Values: Understanding and aligning with your core values reduces stress and enhances personal growth.
• Exercise and Stress: Exercise can serve as both a stressor and a stress reliever; knowing when and how to use it is vital.
• Flexibility Matters: Staying adaptable with your goals helps create a balanced and fulfilling life.
• Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself to manage stress more effectively.
• Mindfulness: Bringing awareness to the present moment can reduce obsessive thinking and improve mental clarity.
• Practical Tools: Journaling, breathing techniques, and coaching can help regulate your nervous system and manage stress.

Positive Stress: When viewed through the right lens, stress can enhance focus, creativity, and personal transformation.

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