Optimal Finance Daily · Sunday, August 2, 2026
On Optimal Finance Daily, Dr. Neil discusses stress management techniques, recommending exercise and a sense of control as key strategies. He explains that while some stress is beneficial for optimal function, excessive stress can be harmful. Dr. Neil emphasizes identifying and letting go of uncontrollable situations while actively managing those within one's influence.
“The second tip is control. What we're learning from a lot of better data now is that having a sense of control over things can help reduce our stress levels.”
“And if you don't have control over something, then you've got to think about that in other ways. You've got to let go of trying to control a situation that you really have no control over.”
“For me, it's podcasts and listening to books on audible. That's how I zone out.”