Abundant Ever After with Cathy Heller Jeff Krasno on Good Stress & The Health Benefits of Doing Hard Things
Mar 31, 2025
Jeff Krasno, co-founder of Commune and wellness expert, dives into the transformative power of 'good stress.' He explores how embracing challenges can enhance health, contrasting it with the dangers of chronic comfort. Krasno emphasizes the importance of purposeful conversations and authentic connections in fostering community. He shares personal anecdotes about diversity and resilience, advocating for confronting discomfort as a pathway to growth. Tune in for insights on how life's challenges shape our narratives and well-being.
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Yoga Studio at Ground Zero
- Jeff Krasno's wife, Skylar, opened a yoga studio at Ground Zero after 9/11.
- He witnessed the healing power of somatic, spiritual practice, and community.
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress
- Humans have an adaptive stress response that's beneficial in short bursts.
- Chronic stress, however, leads to imbalances and disease.
Rattlesnake Analogy
- Jeff Krasno uses the example of encountering a rattlesnake while hiking to illustrate the stress response.
- The body returns to homeostasis after the threat is gone, but modern stressors often don't leave.