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Dr. Aditi Nerurkar: How to Rewire Your Brain to Stress Less and Relax More | E301

Jul 29, 2024

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a Harvard physician and stress expert, shares her journey from medical resident to resilience advocate after a health scare revealed the impacts of stress. She discusses the difference between good and bad stress, the phenomenon of 'amygdala hijack,' and practical breathing techniques for relaxation. Aditi emphasizes the hazards of toxic resilience, multitasking, and digital overload, alongside tips for better sleep and rediscovering childhood passions to enhance mental well-being.

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Aditi Nerurkar

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Quick takeaways

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between good stress, which drives motivation, and bad stress, which can lead to burnout.

Resilience should not be confused with relentless productivity, as true resilience involves recognizing limitations and allowing for necessary rest and recovery.

Establishing digital boundaries is crucial for mental health, as limiting device usage can significantly reduce stress and enhance focus in a hyper-connected world.

Deep dives

Understanding Stress and Burnout in Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs experience higher levels of stress and burnout compared to the general population due to their unique challenges, such as increased responsibility and dependency on others. About 25% of entrepreneurs report feeling burnt out, largely because their passion for their work can lead to emotional identification with their business outcomes. This can create a sense of social isolation, compounding stress levels further. Acknowledging these patterns is essential for developing effective coping strategies.

Intro

3min

Understanding Stress: The Dual Nature and Its Impact on Entrepreneurs

4min

Navigating Stress and Resilience

15min

Exploring Effective Entrepreneurial Tools and Hiring Solutions

4min

Navigating Stress and Rediscovering Joy

29min

Establishing Digital Boundaries for Mental Clarity

4min

Navigating Mental Health Amidst Global Crises

4min

The Power of Monotasking

8min

Believing that "pressure makes diamonds," Dr. Aditi Nerurkar endured grueling 80-hour weeks as a medical resident. One day, she felt a sudden pain like wild horses racing across her chest. Thinking she had a heart condition, she underwent tests, but her doctor revealed stress as the culprit. This drove her to investigate its underlying causes. In this episode, Aditi explains the science behind stress and resilience, sharing practical strategies to manage daily pressures and improve mental well-being.

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard physician and stress expert, co-directing the Harvard Medical School Clerkship in Community Engagement. She authored The 5 Resets and has been featured in the New York Times and Oprah Magazine.

In this episode, Hala and Aditi will discuss:

- Good stress vs. bad stress

- The ‘amygdala hijack’ and why it matters

- Breathing techniques to help you relax

- The danger of toxic resilience

- How to win the battle against digital overload

- The truth about multitasking

- Tips for better sleep

- The genius of ‘fake commute’ for remote workers

- How to switch from stress mode to relax mode

- Rediscovering childhood passions for balance

- And other topics…

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is an internal medicine physician and public health expert focused on stress, resilience, and mental health. She is the co-director of the Harvard Medical School Clerkship in Community Engagement. Aditi developed a unique clinical practice in stress management at Harvard’s Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, using evidence-based integrative approaches to tackle complex medical illnesses. Her new book, The 5 Resets, offers practical strategies to overcome stress and burnout. She is a sought-after speaker and her work has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Oprah Magazine.

Connect With Aditi:

Dr. Aditi’s Website: https://www.5resets.com/

Dr. Aditi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditinerurkar/

Dr. Aditi’s Twitter: https://x.com/draditinerurkar

Dr. Aditi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draditinerurkar/?hl=en

Dr. Aditi’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draditinerurkar/

Dr. Aditi’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1uE02l88h_cPamRRyLS9SQ

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Aditi’s Book, The 5 Resets: https://www.amazon.com/Resets-Rewire-Brain-Stress-Resilience/dp/0063289210

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