1153. Biohacking Stress & Burnout

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

• Examining the increased levels of stress due to recent global events. 
• Dr. Nerurkar’s personal experience with stress as a healthcare professional. 

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

• Dr. Nerurkar’s backstory and her expertise in stress management. 
• The evolution from personal burnout to becoming a stress management expert. 

(00:05:06) The Concept of ‘Toxic Resilience’ and Sustainable Stress Management 

• Discussion on the harmful effects of ‘toxic resilience’. 
• Identifying sustainable practices for long-term stress management. 

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

• A look at the body’s hormonal responses to stress and its impact on health. 
• How the HPA axis mediates the stress response and influences behavior. 

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

• Differentiating between harmful and beneficial stress. 
• Strategies for converting maladaptive stress into adaptive stress for personal growth. 

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

• Recognizing individual stress limits and the significance of respecting them. 
• The role of self-awareness in managing stress and preventing burnout. 

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

• How to cultivate a sense of control and agency over one’s stress responses. 
• Tips for mitigating the incessant ‘alerts’ from our inner critic. 

(00:25:15) The ‘Rule of Two’ in Stress Adaptation 

• The importance of focusing on two manageable changes at a time. 
• The benefits of gradual adaptation in habit formation for stress management. 

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

• Neuroplasticity’s contribution to adapting and recovering from stress. 
• The potential for retraining the brain to handle stress better. 

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

• Dr. Nerurkar’s approach to integrating traditional medical care with stress reduction techniques. 
• The value of conventional medicine in supporting stress management. 

(00:39:29) How Dr. Nerurkar Achieves an ‘Inbox Zero’ Lifestyle 

• Techniques for managing digital communication without becoming overwhelmed. 
• Dr. Nerurkar’s personal system for maintaining a clear inbox and reducing digital stress. 

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

• Exploring how effective stress management can contribute to a longer, healthier life. 
• The relationship between a youthful mindset and longevity. 

Resources 

Get your copy of ‘The 5 Resets’ by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar 

Follow Dr. Aditi on Instagram: @draditinerurkar 

Dave Asprey’s Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books 

Follow Dave on Instagram: @Dave.Asprey