Modern Stress
It’s sad but true: Americans are some of the most chronically stressed people on the planet. On today’s show: how to incorporate Japanese lifestyle philosophies into our lives for reduced stress, greater well-being, and a longer life.
Here’s a preview:
[3:00] The physiology of stress: What *actually* goes on in our bodies when we encounter a stressor?
[11:00] 5 reasons why Americans are among the most stressed in the world
[20:00] The secret to a great life isn’t the accumulation of $$, it’s this
[27:00] How being in a hurry is inversely proportional to your quality of life
Resources mentioned:
- Americans Are Some of the Most Stressed-Out People in the World, a New Global Survey Says (via Time)
- Stressed in the U.S.: 12 Tools to Tackle Anxiety, Loneliness, Tech Addiction, and More by Meg Van Deusen
- Episode #384: Forest Bathing 101
- Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life
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