Cortisol Explained and HPA Axis Realities

I’ve compiled the best stress-relief tips from the top doctors, psychologists, neuroscientists, and therapists I’ve interviewed. Plus, I share the science-backed tools that have personally changed my life to help you calm your mind, reset your body, and feel better.

They’re doable shifts that actually work—even in your busiest, messiest moments. Whether you’re trying to stay grounded through family drama or just reclaim your energy and clarity, you’ll walk away with real tools—from gut-brain rewiring to the real root of burnout.

If you wake up already stressed, your brain won’t shut off at night, or you’re just feeling emotionally raw from life right now, this episode will help. 

🎧What You’ll Learn:

• A body scan to achieve psychological rest from clinical psychologist, Dr. Jenny Taitz
• How to engage in "mini c creativity" to beat burnout from creative health scientist, Katina Bajaj
• How to turn off the noise and focus on what’s in your control from one of the world’s most well-known therapist, Dr. Julie Smith
• What and when to eat for balancing your cortisol levels from registered dietitian nutritionist, Lauren Papanos
• Why enjoying time with family or friends will improve both your gut health and brain health from renowned neuroscientist and gastroenterologist, Dr. Emeran Mayer
• The micro stressor audit, action antidote, and more tried and tested tips from me—longtime journalist & best-selling author, Liz Moody

Check out the full episodes of The Liz Moody Podcast featured in this episode:

• 9 Hidden Reasons You’re Tired All The Time (+ Easy, Science-Backed Solutions)
• Science-Backed Hacks to MAJORLY Reduce Stress When The World Gets Overwhelming
• The Real Cure for Burnout Isn’t Rest—It’s Creativity. Here's How Anyone Can Unlock Theirs
• I’ve Tried Every Hack To Reduce Stress—These 6 Actually Work To Instantly Feel Better
• Your Trickiest Mental Health Questions—Finally Answered (By a World-Renowned Therapist)
• Proven Brain Hacks to Get More Done in Less Time: The New Science Of Focus
• What Social Media Gets Wrong About Hormones: A Guide To What's Real & What's BS
• I've Been Having A Hard Time Lately...
• Healthy Gut Brain Habits: How To Reduce Risk Of Dementia, Parkinson’s, Anxiety, Depression, & More

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