Stress, Inflammation, and the Habits That Can Change Everything
12/26/24 • 21 min
EP55. This episode is personal, raw, and honest. I’m sharing my story—the moment my life was split into a “before” and an “after.” It was August 31, 2013, when I laid in a hospital bed next to my husband and heard him take his last breath. He was healthy by all accounts—on paper, in the gym, and by the way he lived his life. But stress was silently working against him, and I didn’t know how deeply it was working against me, too.
I walked out of the hospital and straight into a life where I lived in nonstop fight-or-flight, trying to hold it all together for my boys while secretly dying inside. Maybe you’re there right now—juggling it all, overwhelmed, and wondering why your best efforts still leave you feeling less-than.
In this episode, I’m unpacking the four pillars of health that will take you out of fight-or-flight and into living at your best. These pillars are the foundation for managing stress, lowering inflammation, and stepping into the healthiest, happiest version of yourself.
If you’re ready for actionable tips and relatable stories that help you simplify health and start feeling better today, this episode is for you.
As mentioned in this episode:
⇢ EP25 How We Stopped Grief From Destroying our Lives
⇢ Download the Nutrition Cheat Sheet
⇢ Download your Healthy Habits Journal
⇢ Get Your Paperback Healthy Habits Journal on Amazon
⇢ Improve your Sleep with the Infrared Mask
Save 20% with: HOLIDOSE
⇢ Improve your Sleep with CBD Gummies
Save 30% with: DANA
—
In this Episode we Cover:
- Why cortisol and inflammation are the culprits behind weight gain, fatigue, and brain fog.
- How to ditch the “diet mentality” and use my simple hand-portion method for balanced meals.
- Why movement doesn’t have to mean killing yourself at the gym and how to make it work for you.
- The truth about hydration and how to DIY your electrolytes.
- Sleep strategies that go beyond “just get more rest” to optimize your recovery and reset your cortisol rhythm._
_____Connect with Dana:
⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis ⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis
⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!⇢ Website danalewis.com ⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory
_____
Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.
EP55. This episode is personal, raw, and honest. I’m sharing my story—the moment my life was split into a “before” and an “after.” It was August 31, 2013, when I laid in a hospital bed next to my husband and heard him take his last breath. He was healthy by all accounts—on paper, in the gym, and by the way he lived his life. But stress was silently working against him, and I didn’t know how deeply it was working against me, too.
I walked out of the hospital and straight into a life where I lived in nonstop fight-or-flight, trying to hold it all together for my boys while secretly dying inside. Maybe you’re there right now—juggling it all, overwhelmed, and wondering why your best efforts still leave you feeling less-than.
In this episode, I’m unpacking the four pillars of health that will take you out of fight-or-flight and into living at your best. These pillars are the foundation for managing stress, lowering inflammation, and stepping into the healthiest, happiest version of yourself.
If you’re ready for actionable tips and relatable stories that help you simplify health and start feeling better today, this episode is for you.
As mentioned in this episode:
⇢ EP25 How We Stopped Grief From Destroying our Lives
⇢ Download the Nutrition Cheat Sheet
⇢ Download your Healthy Habits Journal
⇢ Get Your Paperback Healthy Habits Journal on Amazon
⇢ Improve your Sleep with the Infrared Mask
Save 20% with: HOLIDOSE
⇢ Improve your Sleep with CBD Gummies
Save 30% with: DANA
—
In this Episode we Cover:
- Why cortisol and inflammation are the culprits behind weight gain, fatigue, and brain fog.
- How to ditch the “diet mentality” and use my simple hand-portion method for balanced meals.
- Why movement doesn’t have to mean killing yourself at the gym and how to make it work for you.
- The truth about hydration and how to DIY your electrolytes.
- Sleep strategies that go beyond “just get more rest” to optimize your recovery and reset your cortisol rhythm._
_____Connect with Dana:
⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis ⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis
⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!⇢ Website danalewis.com ⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory
_____
Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.
Previous Episode
How CBD Can Help You Stress Less, Focus More, and Feel Better
EP54. Think CBD is just about getting high? Think again. I’m sitting down with Mike and Angie Lee, the powerhouse siblings behind Soul, to dive into the world of CBD and how it can transform your health. From easing PMS symptoms to helping with anxiety, inflammation, and focus, this episode is packed with science-backed insights, personal stories, and actionable tips.
Mike shares how battling an autoimmune disease led him to discover the benefits of CBD, and Angie opens up about how it’s been a lifesaver for managing anxiety and those dreaded PMS cramps. Plus, I spill the details on why their Big Brain gummies are part of my stress tool-kit for staying sharp and productive. Whether you’re new to CBD or looking to up-level your wellness routine, this episode is for you.
Hit play, take notes, and let’s get started! 🎧
As mentioned in this episode:
⇢ Shop SOUL CBD SAVE 30% with code DANA
⇢ Big Brain Gummies SAVE 30% with code DANA
⇢ Out of Office Gummies SAVE 30% with code DANA
—
What You’ll Learn:
- The science behind CBD and how it differs from THC (hint: no high here!).
- How CBD interacts with your body to lower stress, support focus, and promote balance.
- Real-life stories of how Mike and Angie turned personal struggles into a wellness movement.
- Practical tips for choosing the right CBD products for your needs.
- Why I’m obsessed with Big Brain gummies for all-day focus.
Connect with GUEST:
⇢ Shop SOUL
SAVE 30%: code DANA
⇢ Instagram: Angie Lee
⇢ Instagram: Mike Lee
_____Connect with Dana:
⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis ⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis
⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!⇢ Website danalewis.com ⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory
_____
Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.
Next Episode
The 3 Biggest Lies You’ve Been Told About Health
EP56. In this episode of the Stop Faking Fine podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on the myths that might be holding you back from living your healthiest life. I’m joined by Nurse Kate Johnson, a critical care nurse and mom of (almost) four, who has seen the healthcare system from all angles—bedside, insurance, and government.
Kate shares her powerful journey from inside the system to becoming an advocate for informed choices and empowered health. We’re talking about the three biggest lies she learned as a nurse that shifted how she approaches wellness—not just for her patients but for herself and her growing family.
This conversation will challenge the way you think about your health, inspire you to take control of your habits, and remind you that it’s never too late to start making changes that truly matter.
You are worthy of feeling amazing. It’s time to make 2025 the year you reclaim your health and step into the best version of you.
As mentioned in this episode:
⇢ Get Your Healthy Habits Journal and start tracking small daily wins and reclaim your health.
⇢ Download the Free Nutrition Cheat Sheet for easy, stress-free meal planning tips.
—
In this Episode we Cover:
Why so many of us believe chronic illness can’t be reversed and how lifestyle changes hold the power to rewrite your health story.
The unsettling truth about FDA approvals and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Why nutrition isn’t just important—it’s foundational to healing, energy, and even how you feel about yourself.
Connect with GUEST:
⇢ Instagram: @nursekatejohnson
⇢ X: @nursekatejohn
_____Connect with Dana:
⇢ Support Your Stress Hormone with Probiotics: Happy Juice⇢ Instagram @msdanalewis ⇢ YouTube @msdanalewis
⇢ LinkedIn @msdanalewis⇢ Be an INSIDER Get on my e-mail List!⇢ Website danalewis.com ⇢ Find other episodes: Podcast Directory
_____
Copyright of Dana Lewis 2024.
If you like this episode you’ll love
Episode Comments
Generate a badge
Get a badge for your website that links back to this episode
<a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/stop-faking-fine-564496/stress-inflammation-and-the-habits-that-can-change-everything-80758884"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg" alt="listen to stress, inflammation, and the habits that can change everything on goodpods" style="width: 225px" /> </a>
Copy