When Stress Hijacks You: How to Regain Control Before You React

Have you ever snapped, shut down, or people-pleased—and wondered why your brain seemed to go offline? In this episode, Stacey Chillemi talks with Scott Abbott about what actually happens in the moment stress takes over—and how to interrupt it before it runs the show. You’ll learn how to: • recognize the exact moment stress hijacks your brain • pause without overthinking or shaming yourself • use simple systems that create calm under pressure • respond intentionally instead of reacting automatically This isn’t about motivation or discipline. It’s about understanding your stress response so you can regain control right now. Connect with Scott Abbott (@scottabbottabc) 🌐 Website: https://scottabbottabc.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottabbottabc 📘 Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCYDKM16 📱 Social: @scottabbottabc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices