The Hidden Toll of Stress & How to Break the Cycle | Everything is Personal

In this powerful episode of Everything is Personal, host Len May sits down with Lolita Guarin, a stress management coach and author, to explore the deep-rooted impact of stress, trauma, and resilience. From growing up in Soviet-era Lithuania to navigating a high-stress lifestyle in the U.S., Lolita shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic stress and finding purpose in helping others break free from destructive cycles. Key Takeaways: What is Stress? Lolita redefines stress as anything that pushes you beyond your comfort zone—mentally, emotionally, or physically. The Impact of Childhood Trauma: Growing up in a chaotic household with an alcoholic parent shaped Lolita’s perception of stress as "normal." The Science of Stress & Its Physical Effects: How prolonged stress leads to inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and chronic illness. Breaking Generational Cycles: Understanding inherited trauma and learning to rewire your responses for a healthier life. The CALM Process: A simple, actionable method to regain control and manage stress effectively. Healing Through Self-Awareness: Why self-validation and daily joy-filled habits are key to long-term stress management. 🎧 Tune in now for a transformative conversation on stress, resilience, and the power of self-awareness! Keywords: Stress management, trauma healing, resilience, burnout recovery, personal growth, mental health, overcoming childhood trauma, stress relief techniques, self-awareness, healing generational wounds. ABOUT LEN MAY Len May is a pioneering figure in the personalized cannabis industry, serving as the CEO and Co-Founder of Endocanna Health. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in the intersection of genomics and cannabis therapeutics. Len's mission is to empower individuals to make informed health decisions through personalized cannabinoid therapeutics. He is also the host of the podcast "Everything is Personal," where he explores the personal aspects of cannabis and genomics. Connect with Len on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenmay/ #EverythingIsPersonal #StressManagement #Resilience #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #GenerationalTrauma #HealingJourney #Podcast #EverythingIsPersonal #SelfGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #LolitaGuarin #LenMay EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.