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.
Episodes
39 episodes
Men’s Midlife Hormones: Andropause, Testosterone, and the Truth About TRT
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S', the focus shifts from women's hormones to men's hormones, specifically targeting midlife hormonal changes known as andropause or 'male menopause'. Dr. S discusses the gradual decline of testosteron...
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Episode 38
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28:16
Revisiting HRT: Unveiling the Long-Term Benefits for Women's Health
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S revisits the topic of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) following insights from a longevity conference in Austin. Addressing gaps from a previous HRT episode, Dr. S emphasizes the importance ...
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Episode 37
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26:25
Menopause: Your Renaissance, Not Your Decline
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus is on the big picture of menopause, building on recent discussions about hormones, perimenopause, and treatment options. Dr. S reviews the implications of the women's health initiative st...
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Episode 36
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28:15
Non-Hormonal Menopause Relief That Works
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus is on understanding and managing perimenopause and midlife health through non-hormonal approaches. Dr. S discusses the importance of lifestyle as the foundation for health, emphasizing slee...
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Episode 35
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16:55
HRT Demystified: What Works, Who It’s For, and How To Use It Safely
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, we delve into the complexities of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. S discusses HRT's benefits, risks, and misconceptions, especially for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. She prov...
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Episode 34
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34:32
Perimenopause: The Decade No One Prepared Us For
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S., the focus is on demystifying the significant yet often misunderstood phases of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. S. discusses the hormonal changes that take place during midlife, including the impact...
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Episode 33
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22:38
REPLAY: The lies you've been told about stress
In this debut episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar introduces her podcast focused on transforming stress from a burden into a superpower. Aimed at high achievers, leaders, and anyone feeling overwhelmed, the podcast merges sci...
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Episode 32
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26:22
Pre-perimenopause: Yes, it's a thing
In this episode of Master Stress, Dr. S explores the pre-perimenopause phase, a decade before perimenopause that often starts in the mid to late 30s. Despite regular menstrual cycles and normal blood tests, women may start experiencing subtle h...
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Episode 31
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23:35
Puberty & The Brain Rewire: What Every Parent and Teen Needs to Know
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S dives deep into the comprehensive changes experienced during puberty, extending beyond mere physical transformations to neurological and hormonal rewiring that influence emotions, behavior, a...
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Episode 30
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37:40
What every woman should know: the female hormone timeline
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we delve into the hormonal lifecycle of women. Dr. S maps out the significant hormonal phases, from puberty through to postmenopause. She highlights the profound neuroendocrine shifts that happen a...
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Episode 29
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35:25
Hormones 101
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Debar dives into the foundations of hormone health, explaining the critical role hormones play in our bodies. She outlines the four major hormonal axes: HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal), HP...
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Episode 28
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28:57
The Quiet Cost Of Menopause
In this final episode of the neuroscience-informed leadership series, Dr. S explores the often-overlooked issue of female leadership burnout due to menopause. She sheds light on the neurological and physiological impacts of menopause, emphasizi...
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Episode 27
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28:33
IT STARTS WITH YOU
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S delves into the often overlooked aspects of HR leadership and overall wellbeing. The episode titled 'What They Didn't Teach You and Why It All Starts With You' explores the gaps in traditiona...
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Episode 26
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19:45
How to Fix Systemic Burnout
In this thought-provoking episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we dive into the often overlooked causes of systemic burnout within organizations. Dr. S challenges the traditional focus on individual resilience, exploring how toxic corporate c...
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Episode 25
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23:50
Wellness Budgets That Work: Where to Invest
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar discusses how to optimize corporate wellness budgets for genuine impact. Dr. S highlights the gap between wellness offerings and their actual utilization while providing a blueprint...
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Episode 24
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34:02
INTRODUCING: The Breath Prescription
Mastering Leadership Through Breath Work with Dr. SIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the power of breath work as a strategic tool for executive performance, clarity, and culture change. Emphasizi...
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Episode 23
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15:33
Why Your Wellness Strategy is Missing the Mark
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the concept of resilience, debunking common myths and highlighting why many wellness strategies fail. She introduces the 40/60 rule, which attributes 40% of burnout to i...
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Episode 22
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25:28
Mini-Episode: Rethinking Meetings – A Neuroscience-Based Upgrade for Productivity
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, we delve into the impact of poorly organized meetings on your team’s productivity and mental clarity. Dr. S shares a personal story highlighting the cognitive and emotional toll of ineffective meetin...
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Episode 21
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12:54
Meetings, Emails & Mental Fatigue: How Work is Destroying Focus
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, Dr. Safia Debar, stress expert and founder of RQ Wellness, explores how to transform workplaces using neuroscience. Aimed at HR leaders and executives, this podcast dives into practical strategies fo...
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Episode 20
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33:08
Crisis, Conflict & Clarity: How to Lead When Everyone’s Losing It
How to stay in your PFC when managing difficult people and conflicting demands.In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar, a stress expert and founder of RQ Wellness, discusses how HR leaders and executives can...
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Episode 19
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19:39
The Prefrontal Cortex Advantage: How to Build a Brain-Smart Organisation
Neuroscience-backed strategies to unlock creativity, logic, and calm.In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar addresses HR leaders and executives on how to lead effectively without burning out. The series foc...
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Episode 18
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21:01
Two Brain States: The Hidden Driver Behind Productivity and Chaos
Your team isn’t lazy—they’re just stuck in survival mode.In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar continues a series called 'Lead Without Losing Your Mind and Thrive Instead.' This neuroscience-informed serie...
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Episode 17
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26:58
The Burnout Brain: Why Hustle Culture is Costing You Millions
What every HR Director needs to know about cognitive overload and burnout.In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S., Dr. Safia Debar introduces 'Lead Without Losing Your Mind and Thrive Instead,' a neuroscience-informed series ...
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Episode 16
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24:57
Chaos to Clarity
Unlocking the Power of Stress: Turning Chaos into Clarity with Dr. Safia DebarIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S' titled 'Chaos to Clarity,' Dr. Safia Debar explores the concept that stress, often seen as detrimental, can actu...
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Episode 15
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45:29
No Time? No Problem – How to Build Movement into a Full Life
Micro Movements for a Healthier LifestyleIn this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, we explore how to integrate consistent movement into a busy schedule. Dr. S discusses the importance of redefining our relationship with exercise, emp...
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Episode 14
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20:09