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What if Stress Isn’t the Enemy? How to Turn it Into Power | Jeff Krasno

May 25, 2025
Jeff Krasno, co-founder of Wanderlust and author of 'Good Stress,' discusses redefining wellness as a continuous journey. He shares his inspiring transformation from weight struggles to health reclaiming through intermittent fasting and cold therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reframing personal narratives and engaging in difficult conversations for emotional growth. Krasno highlights the benefits of 'good stress' for resilience and the necessity of mindfulness in managing life's challenges, advocating for a proactive approach to health and well-being.
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INSIGHT

Wellness Is Ongoing Balance

  • Wellness is an ongoing process of balance, not a fixed destination.
  • Our bodies are in constant change, giving us agency over health through our environment and choices.
ANECDOTE

Breaking Free From Old Stories

  • Jeff changed his self-identity by exploring Eastern mysticism and human physiology.
  • He realized he was not his fixed story but an emergent, ever-changing being.
ADVICE

Meditate By Anchoring To Breath

  • Use meditation to associate yourself with consciousness, not thoughts or emotions.
  • Focus on breath as an anchor, returning to it whenever your mind wanders.
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