In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re talking about cortisol—your body’s primary stress hormone—and what it really means for ambitious, high-achieving women. I’m walking you through my S.T.R.E.S.S. rocket framework, inspired by my days in aerospace, to help you understand how energy, recovery, blood sugar, and hormone balance all work together behind the scenes.
If you’ve ever hit an afternoon crash, felt moody for “no reason,” or wondered why you’re doing all the things and still feel off—this one’s for you. It’s time to stop pushing and start recalibrating. Let’s launch into healing—the gutsy way.
In this Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the Stress Rocket Concept
01:56 Understanding Cortisol and Its Role
06:47 The Throttle: Managing Energy and Stress
10:38 Recovery: The Importance of Rest
12:43 Energy Systems: Blood Sugar and Cortisol
15:45 The Sugar and Sex Hormones Connection
19:59 Conclusion: Systems Check for Daily Launch
Other links mentioned:
The Secrets of Body Whispering Private Podcast: https://bodywhisperhealing.com/private-podcast
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Check out more from Amanda:
Website: Body Whisper Healing
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LinkedIn: Amanda (Ritchie) Smith
Take the Gutsy Chick Quiz to find out how your type A, high achieving mindset might be holding you back from healing your chronic health issue: https://gutsychickquiz.com
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