When Life Falls Apart — How to Get Back Up Stronger

What do you do when life hits you unexpectedly? In this episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein speaks with Dr. Rachel Goldman about how to naviate stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm when “life happens.” We often think stress is caused by external events—but the truth is, it’s shaped by how we interpret them. The same situation can either spiral you downward… or become an opportunity to reset. Dr. Goldman introduces the concept of “small tweaks”—simple, practical shifts in thinking and behavior that build resilience over time. Instead of overhauling your life, this conversation shows you how to prepare your mind and body so you can respond—not react—when challenges arise.