TL;DR

Kurzgesagt’s latest video dives into why stress—once a lifesaving “superpower” that helped our ancestors survive—now does more harm than good in our everyday lives. They break down what stress really is, how it evolved, and whether we can flip it back into a positive force instead of a constant drain on our mental and physical health.

To help you actually use these insights, they’ve launched a Health Journal built on solid science (and zero guilt) to guide you in crafting realistic routines that fit your lifestyle. Check out their curated sources for a deeper dive and start hacking your stress before it hacks you!

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