Episode Summary

In today's episode, we shift from the Stress Biology Repair Guide to the launch of the Stress Biology Action Plan. Before lasting healing can take root, we need more than just strategies — we need the willingness and energy to apply them. But what happens when motivation feels out of reach? Join us as we explore the invisible forces of brain and body chemistry that shape how we feel about self-care, and why small, supportive steps can help you break the cycle of overwhelm, stress, and pain.

Key Topics Covered

· Motivation for self-care depends on both mindset and biochemistry

· Emotional stress can contribute to physical pain (and vice versa)

· How hormones like cortisol, serotonin, and thyroid hormones influence your energy and self-image

· The difference between "personality" and fluctuating brain chemistry

· The five stress biology influencers you’ll work with in this Action Plan

· Why self-forgiveness and persistence are critical tools for healing

· How to begin balancing emotional and physical stress while awaiting professional care

Conversation Starter

Have you ever noticed an emotional life change right before a bout of physical pain started — or worsened? How do you think stress and emotional transitions have shaped your body’s pain story?

Preview to Next Episode

Coming up next: We dive into the first hands-on steps of the Stress Biology Action Plan! We’ll explore how to Release and Retrain your nervous system together to lower inflammation and create more control over everyday pain. Stay tuned — your healing journey is about to get active!

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Keywords

stress biology action plan, healing motivation, self-care and biochemistry, emotional stress and pain, cortisol and pain, serotonin dopamine balance, stress hormones and healing, chronic pain management, functional medicine pain, nervous system regulation

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From the book series: The Everyday Pain Guide

• Volume 1: Put Out the Fire

• Volume 2: Fix the Fire Damage