<p>In this episode of <em>The Art of Being Well</em>, Dr. Will Cole sits down with Jeff Krasno, co-founder of Wanderlust and CEO of Commune, to explore the science behind doing hard things for better health. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his upcoming book, <em>Good Stress</em>, and why embracing challenges can be transformative. They discuss the difference between good and bad stress, how hard conversations improve well-being, and why fasting offers unexpected mental and emotional benefits. Jeff also reflects on his journey creating wellness festivals and how those experiences shaped his personal growth. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit<a href="http://www.drwillcole.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.drwillcole.com/podcast</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.</em></p><p><em>Sponsors:</em></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Listeners of The Art of Being Well can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at <a href="http://www.ynab.com/willcole" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.YNAB.com/willcole</a>.</li><li>Take proactive care of your health and head to <a href="http://opositiv.com/WILLCOLE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OPositiv.com/WILLCOLE</a> or enter WILLCOLE at checkout for 25% off your first purchase.</li><li>Go to <a href="http://qualialife.com/WILL" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">qualialife.com/WILL</a> for up to $100 OFF Qualia Mind, and as a listener of The Art of Being Well use code WILL at checkout for an additional 15% off any purchase. For your convenience Qualia Mind is also available at select GNC locations near you. </li><li>Tap into your vitality this January. Visit <a href="http://oxfordhealthspan.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oxfordhealthspan.com</a> and use code WILLCOLE for an exclusive 15% discount.</li><li><a href="http://seed.com/willcole" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Seed.com/willcole</a> and use code willcole to get 25% off your first month.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media.</a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>