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Feeling stressed? The answer isn’t to “just relax”

Aditi Nerurkar · TED

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About

Stress isn’t all bad. In fact, the right kind can fuel growth instead of burnout. In this actionable discussion, physician and author Aditi Nerurkar shares tips for managing your stress, boosting your confidence and increasing your resilience. Discover how to spot your stress signals before they spiral — and turn pressure into progress. (This live conversation was hosted by TED’s Whitney Pennington Rodgers and was part of a TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to support TED today and join more exclusive events like this one.)

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Credits and licence

Institution
TED
Department
TED Membership
Speaker
Aditi Nerurkar
Year
2025
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Medicine and health
Source
TED
Licence
CC BY-NC-ND 4.0, as TED states it. Non-commercial use only, and no changed versions. TED's terms
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