How to Stop Stress Before It Starts with Dr Aoife O'Donovan

What if the stress that’s harming your body isn’t the thing that happened but the thing you’re afraid might? In this episode, Fiona speaks with UCSF stress researcher Associate Professor Aoife O’Donovan, whose work reveals how simply anticipating threat can accelerate biological aging, even when the threat never arrives and what you can do to stop it.

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Join award-winning author and psychologist Fiona Murden in the Dot to Dot Life Connected™ podcast - uncovering the vital, yet often overlooked, connections that shape our lives and success – not just our connection with ourselves but also with others. This podcast explores the Life Connected™ framework revealing how our connections - with ourselves, others, and the world around us - profoundly impact our wellbeing and achievements. We delve into the critical, frequently underestimated importance of these connections, showing how they can transform our personal and professional lives. Through engaging conversations with diverse guests - from industry leaders to inspiring individuals - we examine the science behind human behavior and relationships. Each episode features 'role models and real models' sharing their lived experiences, offering unique insights into the power of connection. Join us as we connect the dots between scientific knowledge and real-world applications, empowering you to harness the often-hidden benefits of a truly connected life.