Master Stress with Dr. S
Episodes
Why Do We Stay for So Long?
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S continues a series on addiction by exploring why empathic, responsible people stay in rescuer dynamics and why leaving can feel so hard, framing...
Who Loves Someone With Addiction?
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S introduces a 3–4 episode series sparked by a conversation with Charlie Engle, focusing not on demonizing “the addict” but on what happens ...
REPLAY: The Fundamentals of Gut Health
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the critical importance of gut health and its fundamental role in...
Why Can’t People Just Stop? The Medical Reality of Addiction
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S continues the podcast’s addiction theme by reframing “why can’t they just stop?” through a medical lens, emphasizing addiction as stress...
The Addict Within: The Science Behind Why You Can't Stop Chasing
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Reflecting on episode 58 with Charlie Engle—who moved from crack and alcohol addiction to endurance running—the host focuses on the process of mov...
Running from the Dead Sea to Everest: Why Charlie Engle Does Hard Things on Purpose
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S continues a conversation with ultra-runner Charlie Engel about addiction as part of human evolution, the loss of identity and belonging that can...
From Addiction to Matt Damon: The Reinvention of Charlie Engle
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S interviews ultrarunner and author Charlie Engle about addiction, wellness, and the choices people make in response to hardship. Engle recounts h...
Gut Testing and Smart Supplementation: Budget-Friendly Strategies and Personalized Protocols (Part 3 with Hayley Paul)
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of a three-part series on gut health, Dr. S and guest Haley Paul discuss preferred gut tests, how to choose them based on clinica...
Gut Health Series Part 2: Constipation, Diarrhea, Reflux, Hormones, and What a Gut Protocol Looks Like
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of Dr. S’s three-part gut health series with guest Haley Paul focuses on common digestive issues and practical, individualized approaches. ...
Gut Health 101: Where to Start (Part 1 with Haley Paul)
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. S introduces a three-part gut health series on the Master Stress podcast with guest Haley Paul, a nutrition and functional medicine practitioner t...
Personalised Gut Health: Why One-Size-Fits-All Fails
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus is on where to begin with gut healing and why a personalized approach matters because there is ...
The Gut Brain Connection: Mental Health and Beyond
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we delve into the profound connection between gut health and mental health. Dr. S explains wh...
Recognising Gut Symptoms: Common Doesn't Always Mean Normal
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we dive into the importance of gut health and its foundational role in overall well-being. Dr...
The Integrative Approach To Gut Health
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus is on understanding gut health through the lens of both conventional and integrativ...
The Fundamentals of Gut Health
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the critical importance of gut health and its fundamental role in...
REPLAY: The Science of Breathwork—Rewiring Stress & Healing Trauma
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Power of Breath Work: Science, Benefits, and PracticesIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the tra...
REPLAY: Hormones 101
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Debar dives into the foundations of hormone health, explaining the critical role hormones...
Mastering New Year Transformations: Aligning Goals with Identity
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus is on why most New Year's resolutions fail and how to achieve lasting change b...
Stop Chasing Next Year — Complete This One First
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of 2025, Dr. S emphasizes the importance of reflection and integration as the year comes to a close. Instead of rushing into new ...
Money, Guilt & Generosity
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S', we delve into the complex relationship between money, guilt, and generosity. We explore how m...
Emotional Hangovers: How to Recover After Conflict, Overstimulation or Overgiving
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S discusses how to manage emotional stress and 'emotional hangovers' that arise...
The Comparison Trap
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S', the focus is on handling the stress of comparison, especially heightened at the end of the ye...
Family Triggers 101
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia explores the theme of family triggers and how they can resurface old emotional patt...
The Overcommitment Season — Why You Say Yes When You Mean No
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, listeners are guided through the complexities of people pleasing, especially during the chaotic holiday s...
Melatonin: The Rhythm of Life — Beyond Sleep and Into Cellular Repair
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus shifts to the overlooked hormone, melatonin. Commonly known as a sleep aid, melaton...
The Unsung Hero: Your Thyroid, Energy, and the Myth of Normal Labs
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus is on the often-overlooked thyroid gland, its function, and its role in overall health. Dr. S s...
Men’s Midlife Hormones: Andropause, Testosterone, and the Truth About TRT
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S', the focus shifts from women's hormones to men's hormones, specifically targeting mi...
Revisiting HRT: Unveiling the Long-Term Benefits for Women's Health
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S revisits the topic of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) following insights from a longe...
Menopause: Your Renaissance, Not Your Decline
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus is on the big picture of menopause, building on recent discussions about hormones, ...
Non-Hormonal Menopause Relief That Works
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus is on understanding and managing perimenopause and midlife health through non-hormonal approach...
HRT Demystified: What Works, Who It’s For, and How To Use It Safely
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
Perimenopause: The Decade No One Prepared Us For
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S., the focus is on demystifying the significant yet often misunderstood phases of perimenopause and menopau...
REPLAY: The lies you've been told about stress
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this debut episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar introduces her podcast focused on transforming stress from a burden int...
Pre-perimenopause: Yes, it's a thing
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Puberty & The Brain Rewire: What Every Parent and Teen Needs to Know
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S dives deep into the comprehensive changes experienced during puberty, extending beyond ...
What every woman should know: the female hormone timeline
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Hormones 101
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Debar dives into the foundations of hormone health, explaining the critical role hormones...
The Quiet Cost Of Menopause
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of the neuroscience-informed leadership series, Dr. S explores the often-overlooked issue of female leadership burnout due to me...
IT STARTS WITH YOU
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S delves into the often overlooked aspects of HR leadership and overall wellbeing. The ep...
How to Fix Systemic Burnout
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we dive into the often overlooked causes of systemic burnout within organiz...
Wellness Budgets That Work: Where to Invest
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar discusses how to optimize corporate wellness budgets for genuine impact. Dr. ...
INTRODUCING: The Breath Prescription
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mastering Leadership Through Breath Work with Dr. SIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the power of b...
Why Your Wellness Strategy is Missing the Mark
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the concept of resilience, debunking common myths and highlightin...
Mini-Episode: Rethinking Meetings – A Neuroscience-Based Upgrade for Productivity
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. D...
Meetings, Emails & Mental Fatigue: How Work is Destroying Focus
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 neu...
Crisis, Conflict & Clarity: How to Lead When Everyone’s Losing It
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to stay in your PFC when managing difficult people and conflicting demands.In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Deba...
The Prefrontal Cortex Advantage: How to Build a Brain-Smart Organisation
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neuroscience-backed strategies to unlock creativity, logic, and calm.In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar addresse...
Two Brain States: The Hidden Driver Behind Productivity and Chaos
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 se...
The Burnout Brain: Why Hustle Culture is Costing You Millions
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 &ap...
Chaos to Clarity
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlocking the Power of Stress: Turning Chaos into Clarity with Dr. Safia DebarIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S' titled 'Cha...
No Time? No Problem – How to Build Movement into a Full Life
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Micro Movements for a Healthier LifestyleIn this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, we explore how to integrate consistent movement into a busy sche...
Movement and the nervous system: Not all exercise is created equal
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listening to Your Body: Rethinking Movement and ExerciseIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we dive into a new paradigm of moveme...
The Breathwork Map—Which Type is Right for You?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mastering Stress with Breathwork: Techniques for Everyday Calm and Deep HealingIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Deba...
The Science of Breathwork—Rewiring Stress & Healing Trauma
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Power of Breath Work: Science, Benefits, and PracticesIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the tra...
How Breathwork & brainwaves change everything
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlocking the Power of Breath Work: From Science to Personal TransformationIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Saia Debar, de...
Sleep series part 3: Tailored sleep strategies for real life challenges
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adapt and Overcome: Tailoring Sleep Strategies for Real-Life ChallengesIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we delve into the flex...
Sleep series part 2: The cost of disrupted sleep and where to start
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Vital Role of Sleep: Benefits, Consequences, and Strategies for OptimizationIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' we dive deep ...
Sleep series part 1: The hidden cost of disrupted sleep and why it's a litmus test for self worth
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Hidden Power of Sleep: Unveiling the Connection Between Rest and Self-WorthIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' the focus is o...
Signs of Stress – What to Look For and How to Test
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Identifying and Understanding Stress in Your Body with Dr. SIn this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' delve into the ways chronic stres...
Science-Backed Tools to Activate the Relaxation Response. An episode dedicated to flipping the switch
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flipping the Switch: Techniques to Shift from Stress to RelaxationIn this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus is on 'flipping the swit...
The science of rest and why it's a revolution
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flipping the Script: Harnessing the Power of RelaxationIn this episode of Master Stress with Dr. S, the focus shifts from understanding the stress cyc...
The story of the stress cycle
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. S explains the intricate workings of the stress cycle, using a vivid analogy of a home fi...
The lies you’ve been told about stress
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this debut episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar introduces her podcast focused on transforming stress from a burden int...
My story as the doctor who burnt out.
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode, Safia, a medical doctor with a background in neuroscience, discusses her personal story of dealing with stress and burnout. Desp...
Trailer
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this premier episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar, a renowned medical expert from the Mayo Clinic, candidly shares her ...