Habits & Health episode 90 with Matthew LaBosco, who has devoted his practice to empower individuals, across all areas of life, to partner, align, and leverage stress to live the most meaningful and purposeful lives possible. He has studied, trained, and apprenticed in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, physical rehabilitation, nutritional science, meditation, and spirituality.  Matthew has been working with thousands of individuals in his coaching practice for over two decades, Matthew has discovered the danger of trying to avoid and manage stress. Some of the topics discussed in this episode include: What role do emotions play when we are stressed Why is trying to avoid stress not ideal What is the best way to approach stress Matthew's tips on habits Discussion on Matthew's forthcoming book: "Healthy to Vitality" Matthew has kindly offered a free copy of his book to the first 25 listeners who request one. Go to: https://www.healthtovitality.com/bookgiveaway Full shownotes including a transcription available at:  https://tonywinyard.com/matthew-labosco/ Habits & Health links: Website - tonywinyard.com Facebook Page - facebook.com/TonyWinyard.HabitsAndHealth Facebook Group - facebook.com/groups/habitshealth Twitter - @TonyWinyard Instagram - @tony.winyard LinkedIn - uk.linkedin.com/in/tonywinyard YouTube How to leave a podcast review - tonywinyard.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/ Details of online workshops to create habits for health - tonywinyard.com/training/ Are you in control of your habits or are they in control of you? Take my quiz to find out - tonywinyard.com/quiz