Burnout and elevated cortisol seem to be more common than ever. What I’m seeing is that people are craving something different, their bodies are asking for a gentle reset.
In my experience, a nervous system that feels regulated and safe changes everything (stress, sleep, cognitive function, and mental health).
Here are the tips I personally use and swear by to balance cortisol and restore clarity, calm, and lasting energy.
With care,
Jess xx
Social Media Boundaries
Switch-off by 8 PM every night. It takes discipline but the benefits are worth it. I put my phone in the other room from this time. Instead of scrolling, I read, bathe, or watch my fave tv show. This has changed my life, sleep, and mental health.
I do not allow myself to scroll as I wake. I give myself 30 minutes to enjoy a healthy morning routine. The energy you start your day on sets the pace, tone, and mood for the day ahead. Do you want the day to start on a calm positive note or a note of comparison and urgency?
Adaptogens & Magnesium
I’ve seen great results with ashwagandha, rehmannia, and ginseng, which are included in our Daily Energy+ formula. I’m obsessed with how well adaptogens can support the nervous system!
Highly, highly recommend magnesium in the evening, which is most known to calm and support the nervous system. In my opinion, the best forms are glycinate, citrate, and chelate — all included in our Advanced Magnesium+ formulas.
The JSHealth Coffee Rule
1–2 cups of coffee a day before 11 AM. This truly supports healthy stress response and the cortisol-melatonin cycle. Sleep is super important for adrenal health, so we just have to do everything we can to support it.
Not Responding Immediately
Give yourself time. I am working on the need to reply immediately. Constant checking of texts, emails, and social media really activates our nervous system. I like to set aside 30 minutes at the end of my day to get back to everyone slowly and intentionally.
Softening Pressure & People Pleasing
Pressure and people pleasing are incredibly taxing on the adrenal glands, so we must find ways to reduce both. For me, the stronger my self-worth, the easier it is to let go of people pleasing. My health and peace just has to come first now.
Make a promise to yourself to soften pressure and reduce it by being kinder and more compassionate to yourself. Ask yourself: Where am I placing pressure on myself? Where can you say “no thanks” more often and say yes to the people and things that give you energy?
Kind Exercise For Your Nervous System
Sometimes over-exercising can spike cortisol. I believe short, low-impact exercise such as Pilates, yoga, weight training, and walking are what supports women the most if they are looking to reduce elevated cortisol. These can be incredibly grounding and balancing for the nervous system.
