Do you ever feel like stress is running the show?
You’re not alone — and it might be doing more damage than you realize.
In this episode of The Thrive Equation, Dr. Jess sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist, Sara Montgomery, to talk about how stress affects not just your mood, but yourbody, aging, and longevity. They share real-life examples, practical ways to recognize when stress is creeping in, and tools to help you take back control.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn:
Chapters:
0:00 – Welcome & What You Need to Know About Stress
3:15 – Meet Sarah: Mental Health Perspective
6:30 – Identifying Your Stress Patterns
10:45 – Physical Signs of Stress: Neck, Jaw, and Shoulders
14:20 – Social Media & External Pressures
18:00 – Setting Boundaries & Prioritizing Yourself
22:15 – Healthy vs Unhealthy Stress
26:10 – Practical Strategies to Shift to Thriving
30:50 – Making Small Habit Changes
35:00 – Final Takeaways & Encouragement
You can’t avoid stress — but you can learn to handle it in a way that keeps you thriving.
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