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Morning Routine for Hormone Balance—Circadian Rhythm Reset, Cortisol Control & Faith‑Based Wellness with Kerstin Lindquist
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This is StRest! In this episode, Kerstin Lindquist reveals the exact science‑meets‑faith routine that transformed her mornings—and her hormones. Drawing on circadian biology, hydration strategy, fasting timing, and spiritual grounding, she lays out a step‑by‑step plan: roll onto your knees in prayer, get natural light before touching a screen, hydrate with electrolytes, delay caffeine for 60 minutes, and pair it with 20 g of protein.
Kerstin explains why cortisol peaks at dawn, how “sun before screens” jump‑starts melatonin production, and why grounding outdoors, quick workouts, sauna, and cold plunge create a virtuous hormone cycle. Whether you’re a busy parent, shift worker, or perimenopausal woman battling energy crashes, this episode offers a practical pathway to calmer days and deeper faith.
Major Themes & Concepts
✅ Sun before screens resets circadian rhythm
✅ Delay caffeine 60 min with 20 g protein
✅ Start day with 32 oz electrolyte water
✅ Pray on knees to reduce cortisol
✅ Barefoot grounding outdoors reduces inflammation naturally
✅ Short workouts boost VO₂ max and muscle
✅ Sauna improves heart health and longevity
✅ Time fasts around cycle to avoid cortisol
✅ Keep phone grayscale until after devotions
✅ Prioritize protein breakfast with collagen and veggies
✅ Create “first fruits” mornings despite shifts
✅ Adopt one monthly habit to avoid overwhelm
Chapter Breakdown
00:00 – Morning light resets hormonal master clock
03:12 – 15-second kneel reframes your entire day
06:18 – Natural light before screens regulates hormones
09:44 – Hydrate with electrolytes and lemon detox
13:05 – Delay caffeine 60 minutes to tame cortisol
16:22 – Grounding and breathwork induce parasympathetic calm
19:11 – 10-minute HIIT sessions boost VO₂ max
23:37 – Cycle-based fasting with strategic protein timing
27:08 – Sauna then cold plunge for longevity
30:46 – Use grayscale phone until devotions complete
34:10 – Protein-focused breakfasts with collagen and clean fats
38:56 – Design “morning” routines for shift workers
41:25 – Next: Midnight Moms founder on overwhelm
Work with Kerstin
Workshops & Events – Join upcoming events & retreats.
Health Coaching with Kerstin – 1:1 coaching for stress reduction & wellness.
Resources & Recommendations
Vita Hustle Protein or https://bit.ly/KERSTIN20
Use code KERSTIN20 for 20% off your first order
Dr. Denese Skincare – Use code STREST
Partner Links & Discounts
- Apollo Neuro – Discount Code: KERSTINLINDQUISTLLC
- Lumen – Discount Code: CoachKL
- Ultrahuman – Discount Code: KERSTIN10
More about Kerstin
Website: kerstin-lindquist.com
Instagram: @kerstin.lindquist
Facebook: Kerstin Lindquist
YouTube: @Kerstin.lindquist
TikTok: @kerstin.lindquist
Production, Distribution, and Marketing
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