Building Psychological Resilience
Skylar introduces the idea of "eating dirt" as a metaphor for building psychological resilience through exposure to life's challenges. The conversation delves into the hygiene hypothesis, emphasizing how modern lifestyles may hinder our immune systems. Additionally, the impact of chronic stress and elevated cortisol levels on physical health is explored, highlighting the importance of understanding our physiological responses to stressors.In this clip
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