# Morning Anxiety: How to Calm the Cortisol Spike and Take

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Podcast: [ANXIETY: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anxiety-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7055152)
Published: 2025-06-03T04:20:08+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, we tackle the all-too-common experience of waking up with a racing heart, anxious thoughts, and that overwhelming sense of dread. Learn why your cortisol spike peaks in the morning and discover practical, science-backed strategies to calm your nervous system, break the cycle of morning anxiety, and take back control of your day. Key Takeaways: • Identify the biological cause of morning cortisol spikes • Use breathing techniques to lower stress hormones instantly • Create a non-negotiable morning routine to prevent anxiety • Avoid common triggers that worsen morning cortisol • Build resilience with simple mindset shifts What You'll Discover:: • How cortisol and circadian rhythms drive your morning anxiety • The surprising role of blood sugar in your morning stress response • Why checking your phone first thing makes anxiety worse • How light exposure can reset your stress hormones • A 5-minute grounding practice to start your day calm Recommended Resources: • "Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety" by Barry McDonagh • "Unwinding Anxiety" by Judson Brewer • "The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at anxiety@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 Help keep these vital conversations alive—Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... This episode includes AI-generated content.

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