# 3 Nervous System Myths That Are Wrecking Your Hormones (And What to Do Instead)

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Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail You've been told stress is the enemy. Cortisol is bad. Calm is the goal. What if all three of those beliefs are keeping you stuck? In this episode, acupuncturist and integrative health coach Rachel Mark breaks down what's actually happening in your body when your nervous system stays activated for too long, and why that shows up as mood swings before your period, sleep that won't come, and a cycle that's suddenly unpredictable. This isn't a generic "manage your stress" ...

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