17. Doing It All…Autoimmunity: When Overwork and Stress Ignite Disease

October 09, 2025

In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of Let’s Talk Sht*, host Lisa Garrett gets real about the hidden cost of “doing it all.” From running fitness studios and raising three kids to juggling endless to-do lists and corporate expectations, Lisa opens up about how years of nonstop hustle took a serious toll on her health, eventually leading to autoimmunity.

Through honest reflection and heartfelt storytelling, she reveals the moment she realized exhaustion wasn’t a badge of honor but a warning sign. Lisa shares what she wishes every woman knew about burnout, boundaries, and the myth of having it all, and how slowing down might just be the most powerful act of healing.

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