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Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich
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
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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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