As a physician, I know these statements are too well. Here is a list of common “motivational” sayings that can actually increase stress which can affect your health: “Just push through it” - This ignores your body’s signals for rest and can lead to burnout. Chronic stress from constantly overriding your limits keeps cortisol and other stress hormones elevated. “Sleep when you’re dead” - Sleep deprivation is directly linked to increased stress, weakened immune function, and higher inflammation -