How to Be Awesome at Your Job 1065: Harvard’s Stress Expert Shares Top Resilience Tools with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
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Jun 9, 2025 
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a Harvard stress expert and author, dives into the neuroscience of stress and resilience. She uncovers the myth leading to burnout and introduces the impactful 'rule of two' for habit-building. Listeners discover how to reduce stress in just one minute and learn about the transformative power of gratitude and humor. Aditi also shares practical techniques for emotional well-being, emphasizing personalized strategies and the importance of minimal daily movements for mental health.
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Good vs Bad Stress
- Not all stress is bad; there's good stress and bad stress.
- Good stress helps you grow, while bad stress disrupts your mental and physical health.
Stress Reaction Over Events
- Stress impact depends more on your reaction than the event itself.
- Positive events can still cause harmful stress if overwhelming.
Measure and Track Stress
- Measure your stress periodically using a consistent stress quiz.
- Track metrics like energy and sleep to monitor progress toward your goals.
