In this episode of the Harvest Series Podcast, we dive into the concept of good stress with Jeff Krasno, founder of one of the largest conscious living communities, and author of Good Stress: The Health Benefits of Doing Hard Things. Jeff shares his personal journey of overcoming health challenges and how certain types of stress can be used for personal growth. From childhood struggles to health crises, Jeff explains how embracing discomfort can lead to resilience and overall well-being.

He connects his experiences with ancient philosophies, including Buddhism and Stoicism, revealing how we can harness stress to find balance and meaning in life. Are you ready to transform your approach to stress?

Check his podcast, Commune

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction: Can stress actually be good for you?
• 00:01:28 – Jeff’s childhood and the impact of moving around
• 00:03:12 – The challenge of people-pleasing and finding authenticity

• 00:05:31 – The turning point: Health crisis and facing personal demons

• 00:09:00 – Buddhism and the concept of impermanence

• 00:12:03 – How understanding your body’s impermanence can change your life

• 00:15:10 – Why good stress is essential for health and longevity

• 00:19:37 – How pushing your body to its limits can increase resilience

• 00:25:01 – Building a psychological immune system through stress

• 00:29:43 – Practical advice: Stressful conversations and healing through conflict

• 00:33:03 – Lessons from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: The power of difficult conversations

00:36:16 – Courage: What it truly means to be courageous in the modern world

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Credits:

• Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequences
• Technician in Kaplankaya: Joel Moriasi
• Music by: Chambord

Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners

Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel