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Feb 2025
1h 11m

Stress Physiology, High Achievers & Rese...

DR. STEPHANIE ESTIMA
About this episode

Angela Foster, an award-winning nutritionist and health performance coach, dives deep into nervous system regulation, burnout, and the stress sandwich of midlife. She shares invaluable insights and practical tips to enhance mental and physical health. Angela opens up about her own harrowing story of burnout, hospitalizations, and recovery, offering a raw and inspiring look at her journey. This episode is a must for anyone navigating the challenges of midlife, looking to boost resilience, or seeking a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro/Teaser
5:15 Essential Midlife Self-Care Routine
14:29 Optimizing Nervous System Health
23:20 Improved HRV Through Lifestyle and Cycle
26:47 Women's Health and Heart Rate Variability
32:42 Transformative Journey Through Postpartum Depression
38:52 Journey to Self-Love and Healing
46:15 Navigating Mental Health in Midlife
52:58 Embracing Grief and Self-Care
56:55 Effects of Alcohol and Exercise
1:00:58 Managing Cognitive Gears for Stress Relief
1:04:35 Finding Joy in Low-Gear Activities

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/stress-physiology-high-achievers-resetting-your-nervous-system-with-angela-foster/

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