Why Your Wellness Strategy is Missing the Mark

In this episode of 'Master Stress with Dr. S,' Dr. Safia Debar delves into the concept of resilience, debunking common myths and highlighting why many wellness strategies fail. She introduces the 40/60 rule, which attributes 40% of burnout to individual traits and 60% to systemic issues within organizations. Dr. Debar shares insights from neuroscience and her extensive experience working with high achievers, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety, agency over workload, effective recovery practices, and meaningful leadership. She also provides practical steps for HR teams to redesign their resilience strategies, focusing on systemic changes to foster sustainable productivity and employee well-being.

00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Wellness Strategies
02:44 Debunking the Resilience Myth
03:58 The Story of Michael: A Case Study
06:50 The 40-60 Rule: Individual vs. Systemic Factors
12:27 The Neuroscience of Sustainable Resilience
18:19 Four Steps to Redesign Resilience in Organizations
23:26 Conclusion: Embedding Resilience for Success

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GP Mayo Clinic London

https://www.mayoclinichealthcare.co.uk

Harvard affiliated BHI certified in Stress Management and Resiliency Training (SMART) courses

www.rqwellness.com

@drsafiadebar

One of Tatler's "Top 21 private doctors in Britain" 2020