The Mel Robbins Podcast #1 Stress Doctor: 5 Tools to Protect Your Brain From Stress & Feel Calmer Now
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May 23, 2024 
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a Harvard medical doctor and stress expert, shares invaluable insights on managing stress effectively. She introduces five mindset shifts that can offer immediate relief from stress and enhance overall well-being. Dr. Aditi explains the dual nature of stress and the importance of self-reflection, along with practical tools like stress quizzes and the impact of technology boundaries. Listeners will also discover the fascinating connection between breath, gut health, and emotional wellness.
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Two Types of Stress
- There are two types of stress: healthy stress and unhealthy stress.
- Healthy stress motivates and drives progress, while unhealthy stress is maladaptive and leads to burnout.
Mel's Son's Stress
- Mel Robbins shares a personal story about her son's experience with stress.
- She reflects on how she didn't fully understand his sadness in middle school until he was in a healthier environment.
Brain Under Stress
- The prefrontal cortex governs adulting while the amygdala governs stress responses.
- Chronic stress keeps the amygdala in control, hindering the prefrontal cortex's functions.
