Beyond Fight or Flight: Jenny Zenner’s Playbook for Stress & Resilience

In this episode of Getting to the Heart, I sit down with Jenny Zenner—career coach, former collegiate hurdler, and expert in navigating life’s hurdles with resilience and grace. Jenny’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From experiencing job loss and the chaos of raising twins to suffering multiple concussions and advocating for her family's well-being, she has learned to transform stress into strength. Jenny shares her framework for stress management, including her F-ing A method and the 7 A’s that help individuals move beyond fight-or-flight into a state of grace. We explore how her background in addictions counseling, performance psychology, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) shaped her coaching approach, as well as the inspiration behind her upcoming book, The Stress Response Playbook. Together, we discuss self-awareness, resilience, and the importance of conscious decision-making in both personal and professional life. Whether you’re navigating career transitions, family challenges, or the stress of everyday life, this conversation offers powerful insights on how to reframe adversity and step into a more grounded, intentional way of living. Tune in for a raw, engaging discussion on managing stress, redefining resilience, and embracing self-care—because, as Jenny puts it, nothing good happens fast, but grace is always within reach.

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