70% of Indian women feel stressed at work...

“When my patients first hear the words, ‘You have cancer,’ they don’t cry—they freeze. They look me in the eye and say, ‘I’m fine, doc.’ But months later, after they’re told they’re cancer-free, they’re in my office, sobbing uncontrollably. It’s not relief; it’s the dam breaking. During the fight, their minds held everything together for survival. But the moment they feel safe, all those feelings come flooding out. That’s the human brain—it protects you in the storm, but it also knows when it’s time to heal.”
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard-trained expert in stress, and, with over 15 years of experience, she has earned her recognition as an authority on stress management. Featured in the The New York Times and Forbes, she specializes in making complex mental health topics accessible and actionable for audiences worldwide.
In this episode, Dr. Aditi explains the science of stress, how it manifests in our daily lives, and what we can do to manage it better. From addressing burnout in corporate cultures with practical tips and setting digital boundaries, she offers tools to help you thrive in today’s fast-paced world.

Learn how to stop, breathe, and be; manage toxic resilience; and find balance in a chaotic world. Whether you're a burnt out professional or someone looking for mindful ways to live better, this episode has something for you.

We discussed:
Modern-day burnout
Stress and its warning signs
Emotional and physical manifestations of stress
Quick techniques to destress
Boundary setting
The stages of burnout
Good stress vs. bad stress
Rest and recovery
Tools like time-blocking and multitasking
Toxic resilience
Indian women and stress
The whole-person approach to well-being

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Dr. Aditi’s:
Book: https://www.amazon.in/Resets-R....ewire-Brain-Stress-R
Website: https://www.draditi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draditinerurkar/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditinerurkar

Karishma Mehta
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karimehta05/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ka....rishma-mehta-b221511

About Realign –
Explore the confluence of science, spirituality, and wellness and get empowered to navigate the complexities of modern life. 'Realign' isn’t just a podcast; it's a deep breath, a moment of clarity…an oasis of mindful living.
With every episode, delve into mind-expanding conversations with experts, thought leaders, and visionaries who challenge the way we approach growth. And through these conversations, create a blueprint for mindful living.
If you're seeking clarity, purpose, or simply looking to realign your life, this podcast is your North Star.
It's time to realign – mind, body, and soul!

About Humans of Bombay –
Humans of Bombay is a movement that started 10 years ago. We believe that every person has a story to tell and we want to help them tell these stories. In these years we’ve published stories across genres – stories of love, hope, faith and courage. And through our storytelling, we’ve built an engaged community of over 5M!
Our idea is simple – to strike a chord with our community and catalog the beat of humanity, one story at a time.