Cortisol, Burnout & the Brain: Rewiring Stress with Jenny Evans

In this powerful episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Jenny Evans, a performance coach and resilience expert, to unpack the surprising science behind cortisol—the stress hormone silently disrupting our energy, clarity, and careers. From understanding how cortisol hijacks our decision-making to practical micro-strategies for recovery, this conversation delivers evidence-backed tools for anyone feeling stuck in overdrive. Jenny shares how even small physical movements, consistent routines, and reframing purpose can create massive resilience. If you’ve been white-knuckling your way through life, this is your permission to pause, reset, and reclaim control.

About the Guest:
Jenny Evans is an award-winning speaker, performance coach, and author with 20+ years of experience helping Fortune 500 leaders, creatives, and high achievers thrive in high-stress environments. Her work blends physiology, psychology, and real-life strategies to help individuals bounce back faster, lead more effectively, and avoid burnout. Jenny is known for making science simple, actionable, and even a bit fun.

Key Takeaways:

• Cortisol is not the enemy, but chronic elevation leads to poor decisions, fatigue, and burnout.

• Microbursts of physical movement (30–60 seconds) help neutralize cortisol effectively.

• Poor sleep and erratic eating habits worsen cortisol levels—consistency matters more than timing.

• Purpose-driven thinking can biologically shift the brain’s chemistry for clarity and resilience.

• Strength training isn’t just for aesthetics—it’s a biological necessity, especially for women over 40.

Connect with Jenny Evans:
Get her free Cortisol Reset Protocol at www.jennyevans.com/yourcortisolreset
Learn more about her work: www.jennyevans.com

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