Life Kit 5 simple ways to minimize stress
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Apr 14, 2025 
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, an internal medicine physician at Harvard and author of The 5 Resets, shares effective strategies to minimize daily stress. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and self-care over drastic life changes. Listeners learn about practical techniques like the 'Stop, Breathe, Be' method and the 'MOST' acronym to foster balance in life. Dr. Nerurkar also discusses how to nurture the mind-body connection and manage changes with the 'resilience rule of two' for improved well-being.
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Prioritize Rest and Recovery
- Prioritize rest and recovery to improve mental and physical health.
- These are essential for your brain and body to thrive, not luxuries.
Wes's Story
- Wes, a single dad with three jobs, struggled with unhealthy eating habits due to time constraints.
- Dr. Nerurkar's "resets" helped him make small, impactful changes.
Set a MOST Goal
- Define a MOST goal: Motivating, Objective, Small, Timely.
- Focus on what matters most to increase self-efficacy and make sustainable changes.
