Stop Wearing Stress as a Badge of Honor—Your Health Depends on It


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Mar 07 2025 32 mins   1

This is StRest! In this solo episode, Kerstin Lindquist dives deep into the hidden costs of chronic stress and why so many of us wear it as a badge of honor. She unpacks the science behind how stress impacts our health, energy, and well-being and offers practical strategies to break free.

Kerstin shares game-changing insights on the importance of sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset shifts, giving you real solutions to control your stress, protect your health, and build a lifestyle that fosters resilience and wellness. If you’re always exhausted, overwhelmed, or running on fumes, this episode is for you.


Major Themes & Concepts



  • You Are Worthy of Care – Stop putting yourself last. Self-care is not selfish.


  • The Danger of Chronic Stress – How stress leads to disease, burnout, and exhaustion.

  • Sleep is Everything – The #1 factor for reducing stress and increasing energy.

  • Nutrition & Stress – What you eat impacts how you feel, think, and perform.

  • The Power of Movement – Exercise isn’t just for fitness; it’s a stress-reducing superpower.

  • Mindset Matters – How small shifts in your thinking can dramatically impact stress levels.

  • Purpose & Stress Management – Your identity and sense of purpose influence your stress.

  • The Role of Community – A supportive network can be the ultimate stress buffer.

  • Tiny Daily Habits = Big Results – Sustainable changes lead to lasting health improvements.



Work with Kerstin & Resources

📅 Workshops & Events – Join upcoming events & retreats.

💡 Health Coaching with Kerstin – 1:1 coaching for stress reduction & wellness.

🧘 Apollo Neuro – A wearable designed to improve resilience and manage stress.


Chapter Breakdown

00:00 – The Importance of Self-Care

05:00 – The Role of Sleep in Stress Management

10:18 – Nutrition: Eating for Wellness

15:37 – Movement: The Key to a Healthy Life

27:21 – Finding Purpose and Reducing Stress


More about Kerstin



  1. Website: kerstin-lindquist.com


  2. Instagram: @kerstin.lindquist


  3. Facebook: Kerstin Lindquist


  4. YouTube: @sandeverywherefamily


  5. TikTok: @kerstin.lindquist


Production, Distribution, and Marketing

By Massif Studio & Production & The Tallawah Group



  1. Website: www.massifsp.com


  2. LinkedIn: Massif Studio & Production


  3. Website: www.TallawahWorldwide.com


  4. LinkedIn: The Tallawah Group

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