How to Manage Stress, Hormones, & Burnout with Dr. Neha Sangwan

Dr. Neha Sangwan is an internal medicine physician with a focus
on addressing the root causes of stress, miscommunication, and
interpersonal conflict. In this episode, Dr. Neha and Dr.
Stephanie delve into the physical and psychological consequences
of stress on the body. Dr. Sangwan explores topics like chronic
fatigue syndrome, burnout, and the distinctions between burnout
and depression. She also takes you on a journey of body mapping
to help you identify signs of burnout and offers practical coping
strategies.


If you've ever found the concept of managing your mindset
elusive, this episode brings clarity to the intangible world of
stress. Learn about the phases of burnout and how to navigate
them: alarm, adaptation, exhaustion. This episode is filled with
valuable insights and is sure to leave you with a newfound
understanding of the impact of stress on your body and mind.


Resources mentioned:
Opening Up: The Healing Power of Expressing Emotions -
https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1997-05130-000
Talk Rx: Five Steps to Honest Conversation that Create
Connection, Health, Happiness -
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/25483005
Awareness Prescription for Burnout PDF + personal video
mini-series of Doctor Neha -
https://intuitiveintelligenceinc.com/burnout-rx/
Awareness Prescription handout + live client videos -
https://intuitiveintelligenceinc.com/awareness-rx/
Neha’s Books - https://nehasangwan.com/books/


Connect with Dr. Neha:
Website - https://intuitiveintelligenceinc.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrNehaSangwan
Twitter - https://twitter.com/doctorneha
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/nehashangout


Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro
1:32 Introduction to Dr. Neha Sangwan and Her Expertise
4:16 Introduction and Overview of the Conversation
8:02 The Triad of Burnout: Exhaustion, Cynicism, and
Ineffectiveness
14:49 The Proverbial Straw: Burnout vs Depression
20:43 Listening to the Body: Symptoms of Burnout and
Exhaustion
24:33 Physical Signals of Perimenopause: Hot Flashes, Altered
Sleep Pattern
28:02 Body Signals: Hip Tightness, Tension Cramping in Legs
31:37 Addressing Symptoms Based on Physicality and Individual
Presentation
35:10 Using Singing and Chanting as a Form of Therapy
38:31 The Need for an Integrated Approach in Healthcare
42:05 The Importance of Empathy and Bedside Manner in
Healthcare
45:16 Navigating Emotions: The Importance of Body Signals
52:56 The Interconnected Systems of Functional Medicine and
Healing
56:14 Different Approaches in Healthcare: Physical vs.
Holistic
1:02:33 The Positive Impact of Addressing Mental and Emotional
Health
1:06:18 The Power of Hormones, Diet, and Fitness
1:09:01 Finding Purpose in Communication
1:11:22 Body Image and Self-Compassion While Writing a Book
1:14:15 Stood Up: Initial Thoughts and Benefit of the Doubt
1:17:11 Neha's Lack of Manners and Punctuality
1:17:42 Personalization: Making Problems About Oneself
1:21:27 Connecting Emotions with Thoughts
1:22:11 Education and Women in Leadership: A Game-Changing
Opportunity
1:29:03 The Power of Mind and Emotions: Handling Criticism with
Grace
1:33:05 The Body's Physical Signals and the Need for Curiosity


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