The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

Biohacking Stress & Burnout – Dr. Aditi Nerurkar : 1153

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Apr 23, 2024

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a Harvard-trained stress expert and author of 'The Five Resets,' discusses transforming stress into a growth opportunity. She introduces the concept of 'toxic resilience' and the HPA axis, emphasizing sustainable stress management. Listeners learn the 'Rule of Two' for adapting to stress and how neuroplasticity can reshape their response. With tips on digital boundaries and fostering gratitude, Dr. Nerurkar empowers everyone to enhance resilience and well-being in their daily lives.

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ANECDOTE

Burnout Story

Dr. Nerurkar's burnout stemmed from 80-hour work weeks as a medical resident, witnessing suffering daily, and neglecting self-care.
Her resulting heart palpitations, initially dismissed as stress, led her to explore stress management techniques.

INSIGHT

Stress and the HPA Axis

Our bodies handle short bursts of stress effectively, but chronic, unending stress leads to burnout.
The HPA axis, connecting the mind and body, governs the stress response, triggering fight-or-flight.

INSIGHT

Modern Burnout

Classic burnout symptoms include apathy, boredom, and lack of motivation.
Modern burnout increasingly manifests as an inability to disconnect from work, making it harder to identify.

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Managing your stress effectively and building resilience just got easier with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar's guidance on The Human Upgrade. This episode tackles 'toxic resilience,' revealing its impacts on health and well-being. You'll gain insights into the HPA axis—the body's command center for stress response—and learn practical techniques to turn stress into a growth tool. Dr. Aditi introduces the 'Rule of Two,' a simple yet powerful approach to adapting to stress and shows how neuroplasticity can retrain your brain for better stress management. You'll also discover tips for setting digital boundaries, fostering gratitude, managing a full email inbox, and understanding the connections between stress management and longevity. It's all about taking actionable steps toward a more resilient, empowered life.

Timestamp Highlights:

(00:01:21) - The Pressures of the Pandemic and the Surge in Stress

(00:02:08) - Introducing Dr. Aditi Nerurkar and Her Journey Through Burnout

(00:05:06) - The Concept of 'Toxic Resilience' and Sustainable Stress Management

(00:10:16) - The Physiological Responses to Stress and the HPA Axis

(00:12:12) - Transforming Stress from Maladaptive to Adaptive

(00:17:16) - The Importance of Understanding Personal Stress Thresholds

(00:21:06) - Empowering Change and Managing Internal Alerts

(00:25:15) - The 'Rule of Two' in Stress Adaptation

(00:32:21) - The Role of Neuroplasticity in Resilience

(00:37:13) - Combining Conventional Medicine with Stress Management Techniques

(00:39:29) - How Dr. Nerurkar Achieves an 'Inbox Zero' Lifestyle

(00:40:59) - The Connection Between Stress Management and Longevity

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Get your copy of ‘The 5 Resets’ by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
Follow Dr. Aditi on Instagram: @draditinerurkar
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