Master Stress with Dr. S
Welcome to Master Stress with Dr. S, the podcast that empowers high-achievers to unlock their full potential by mastering stress and achieving burnout-proof success. Hosted by Dr. Safia Debar, a renowned stress expert, medical doctor, speaker and coach. Each episode dives deep into the neuroscience of stress, blending logic and intuition to give you practical tools for thriving in a fast-paced world. Whether you’re navigating the pressures of leadership, striving for peak performance, or yearning for a life of balance and freedom, Dr. Safia Debar will guide you through powerful strategies, expert insights, and personal stories to help you regain control, nurture your well-being, and live authentically. Tune in to discover how to stop stress from holding you back and start living your best, empowered life.
Master Stress with Dr. S
The Overcommitment Season — Why You Say Yes When You Mean No
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, listeners are guided through the complexities of people pleasing, especially during the chaotic holiday season. Dr. S unpacks the neuroscience and somatic cues behind the inability to say 'no,' exploring how guilt is misread as a safety signal. The episode offers practical tools for building boundaries that are calm, confident, and kind, aiming for a physiological and spiritual alignment. Through a mix of personal insights and patient anecdotes, Dr. S emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting one’s own needs to mitigate the chronic stress response in the body, promote health, and foster true self-respect.
00:00 Introduction to Master Stress with Dr. S
01:03 The Holiday Season and People Pleasing
03:40 Understanding the Neuroscience of Boundaries
05:01 The Biology of Overcommitment
06:13 Case Study: Sarah's Struggle with Saying No
11:59 The Science Behind People Pleasing
18:07 Practical Steps to Rewire Your Responses
24:30 Building Trust with Your Nervous System
33:51 Final Thoughts and Resources
If this resonated, download today’s free guide, “The Nervous System’s Guide to Saying No,” or book a discovery call to explore The Breath Prescription™ — your path to calm confidence in every yes and no.
www.drsafiadebar.com/the-nervous-system-s-guide-to-saying-no
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