Stompcast Pt 1: What You Know About Stress is Probably Wrong | Jane Ollis
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Sep 8, 2025 Jane Ollis, an entrepreneur and former medical biochemist, dives into the misunderstood world of stress. She discusses how our stress response is outdated and reveals the surprising role of cortisol. Jane links chronic stress to conditions like tinnitus, emphasizing the need for awareness. Listeners learn about the vagus nerve's crucial role in communication between the brain and body and discover effective breathing techniques that can significantly reduce stress. This engaging conversation redefines how we perceive and manage stress.
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Stress Is An Ancient Movement Engine
- The stress response evolved to help us move by releasing glucose and sharpening focus during immediate threats.
- That ancient single switch hasn't adapted to modern chronic stressors, causing it to activate too often.
Use Morning Light To Reset Your Clock
- Get sunlight in your eyes early to raise morning cortisol and reset your circadian clock.
- This helps cortisol peak appropriately and allows melatonin to rise 12–14 hours later for better sleep.
Chronic Cortisol Becomes Inflammatory
- Chronic cortisol shifts from anti-inflammatory in short bursts to pro-inflammatory when persistent.
- Persistent cortisol increases cytokines, arterial plaque risk, blood pressure and alters brain threat networks.