The Make Your Brain Work Podcast - Episode 2 - When to Seek Professional Help for High Stress: Key Signs and Symptoms

“Stress: silent companion or silent alarm?”
For many of us, stress has become so familiar we hardly notice it—until it starts disturbing our sleep, impacting our health, or chipping away at our peace of mind. But when does stress stop being a normal part of life and start signalling it’s time to seek support?

In this episode, we’re unpacking the real impact of prolonged stress—on your mental and physical wellbeing, your relationships, and even the way you make decisions. We’ll tackle the big questions: When should you speak to your GP? What options are actually available to help manage stress? And just as crucially, how can you build resilience in a world that never seems to slow down?

From physical warning signs to emotional overwhelm, we’ll help you recognise when stress is no longer something to shoulder alone—and explore the practical tools your GP might recommend (yes, beyond the mythical ‘magic wand’) to help you regain a sense of control.