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Dr. Haley Perlus

Dr. Haley Perlus

PhD Sport Psychology, Author and Expert in High-Performance Strategies

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Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Resilience & High-Performance Psychology with Dr. Hayley Perlus

September 22, 2025

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About this episode

Burnout is more than just being tired; it’s an epidemic that impacts our health, careers, and relationships. In this episode of Unstressed Health, Dr. Ron Ehrlich is joined by internationally recognized performance psychologist Dr. Hayley Perlus (as seen on Oprah and ESPN) to explore practical strategies for overcoming burnout, building resilience, and mastering performance psychology.

Whether you’re an executive, health professional, athlete, or simply striving to thrive in daily life, this conversation will help you understand the science of recovery, the power of mindset, and how to turn pressure into performance.

◉ Episode Overview

What burnout really is (and how it differs from stress and exhaustion)

The three key characteristics of burnout and how to identify them early

Why recovery should be seen as essential, not optional

How performance psychology applies beyond sports, to leaders, professionals, and everyday life

Tools and mindset shifts to embrace stress as fuel for growth

◉ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ The difference between stress, exhaustion, and true burnout

✔️ Why “recovery bouts” are essential for sustained performance

✔️ Simple mindset shifts to turn “I want, but…” into productive action

✔️ How resilience means bouncing back with intention

✔️ Tools athletes use that you can apply in everyday life and work

✍️ Additional Resources & How to Connect

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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: ⁠Dr. Haley Perlus⁠ is a performance psychologist, speaker, author, and coach who works with athletes, business leaders, and high achievers. She helps clients use the mental skills of elite sport to enhance performance, resilience, and wellbeing in sport, business, and life. 👉 Join the ⁠Unstress Health⁠ community and transform stress into strength. Access expert-led courses, curated podcasts, live Q&As, and more. Visit ⁠unstresshealth.com⁠ to start your journey today.

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Dr. Haley Perlus Podcast Episodes

Ruling Sports

86. Dr. Haley Perlus - What The World's Best Athletes Know About Unlocking Potential

Ruling Sports

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Live Greatly

Performing Under Pressure with Dr. Haley Perlus Ph.D., Performance Psychology Expert

Live Greatly

Sep 2025

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Interview with Dr. Haley Perlus

Ariise

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The Intentional Clinician: Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, & Change

Learning to Focus on Our Identity and Purpose and not just Your Current Role w. Dr. Haley Perlus [Episode 154]

The Intentional Clinician: Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, & Change

Aug 2025

One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde

Episode 120: Right Foot, Left Foot: Finding Your Way Back After Setback with Dr. Haley Perlus

One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde

Jul 2025

The Dr. Ginny Show

231: How to Become an Intentional, Resilient Leader

The Dr. Ginny Show

Jul 2025

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

427 - Overcoming Doubt and Anxiety in Competition, with Sports Psychologist Haley Perlis

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

Jul 2025

High Performance Longevity

5-Minute Habits Olympic Coaches Trust for Success | Dr. Haley Perlus

High Performance Longevity

Jul 2025

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

Episode # 250 - 3 Strategies – Use Pressure to Sharpen Skills, Rather than Crumble Under It - Dr. Haley Perlus

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

May 2025

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Key topics

How to Perform When It Counts the Most

When the stakes are high, your mental response determines your outcome. Haley explores how leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs can use pressure to sharpen their skills, rather than crumble under it. She shares stress-optimization techniques used by Olympic athletes and high-performing executives, helping professionals train their minds to stay sharp, execute with confidence, and channel stress into peak performance.

Why Confidence Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait

The biggest myth in business is that some people are just “naturally confident.” In reality, confidence is trained—just like strength or stamina—and the lack of it quietly holds back even the most talented leaders. Dr. Haley Perlus draws on her work with elite athletes and executives to reveal how confidence is built through repetition, calculated risks, and breaking through mental barriers. She shows professionals how to condition their mindset for high-stakes moments—whether it’s commanding a boardroom, pitching investors, or leading under pressure—so they can perform with clarity and conviction when it matters most.

Decision Fatigue & Mental Endurance: How High Performers Make Better Choices Under Pressure

Every day, business leaders make hundreds of decisions—from strategic planning to crisis management. But when the brain is overloaded, decision fatigue sets in, leading to poor judgment, hesitation, and burnout. Haley unpacks the psychology of decision-making, explaining how top performers—whether in business or elite sports—train their mental endurance to sustain clarity, confidence, and precision under pressure.

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