Transforming Stress with Dr. Ash
Transforming Stress with Dr. Ash is your guide to overcoming the hidden buildup of stress and burnout in today’s high-pressure world. Hosted by Dr. Ash Kumar, this podcast offers practical, science-backed tools to help you recognize early signs of stress, develop sustainable management techniques, and build resilience.
Whether you're a professional balancing competing demands or simply seeking a healthier work-life balance, each episode delivers actionable insights that will empower you to take control of your well-being. With a unique blend of humor, expert advice, and real-world exercises, Dr. Ash equips you to break free from the burnout cycle and thrive in any environment.
Tune in every Friday to unlock the strategies to shift from overwhelmed to empowered, regain clarity, and create lasting change for a balanced, fulfilling life.
Ready to transform stress into strength? The journey starts here.
Transforming Stress with Dr. Ash
The Power of Purpose Finding Clarity in Chaos
In this special chapter release episode, Dr. Ash is joined by transformation coach and leadership mentor Fionnuala Featherstone to explore Chapter 19 – Purpose from the Value Management section of The Boiling Frog.
Together, they unpack what it means to live a purpose-driven life in the face of stress, uncertainty, and constant change. With reflections from coaching, emotional intelligence, and personal growth, this conversation reframes stress as a gateway to meaning—both individually and collectively.
If you've ever asked, "Why am I doing this?"—this episode is for you.
🔑 Topics Covered
- The evolving nature of purpose: macro vs. micro
- How stress can be a catalyst for transformation
- Coaching as a tool for vision-building and alignment
- The value of collective purpose in teams and society
- Clarity through external perspectives and dialogue
- How purpose connects to well-being, motivation, and resilience
- Practical strategies to find alignment and meaning in daily life
💡 What You’ll Learn
- How to define your personal and professional purpose
- Why connecting to purpose strengthens your ability to manage stress
- The power of coaching in unlocking clarity and direction
- How to use adversity to realign with what truly matters
- Ways to foster collective purpose in communities and organizations
✨ Memorable Quotes
🗣️ “A purpose-driven life is a super-charger.”
🗣️ “Coaching sessions help build your vision.”
🗣️ “Bringing an external coach gives perspective.”
🎯 Who This Episode Is For
- Individuals seeking clarity during times of transition or burnout
- Coaches, leaders, and mentors guiding others through uncertainty
- Teams striving to cultivate meaning and motivation at work
- Listeners exploring self-growth, values, and aligned living
📚 Keywords
purpose, stress, vision, coaching, collective purpose, emotional intelligence, personal growth, well-being, transformation, connection
🔗 Resources
- 📘 The Boiling Frog – available now
- 🌐 For healthcare professionals: drashkumar.com/hcps
- 📲 Instagram: @theboilingfrogdoc
🎙️ Podcast: Transforming Stress with Dr. Ash
Ready to transform stress into strength? The journey starts here.