How do we move forward when the future is uncertain and the path to healing feels like a rollercoaster? In this episode, host Dr. Adam Rinde sits down with renowned sports and performance psychologist Dr. Haley Perlus to explore the emotional and mental dynamics of healing, resilience, and intentional recovery.

Drawing from her decades of experience working with Olympic athletes, business leaders, and wellness warriors, Dr. Perlus offers a compelling framework for managing fear, reframing perfection, and cultivating momentum—even in the face of chronic illness and burnout. Together, they dive into the emotional quadrants of resilience, the role of low-positive emotional states (like calm and reflection), and the importance of pre-performance rituals in healing journeys.

Whether you’re navigating stress, autoimmune challenges, or simply seeking to live with more presence and purpose, this conversation will help you tap into the energy of intention and rediscover your own power to heal.

🔹 About Dr. Haley Perlus
With a Ph.D. in sport and exercise psychology, Dr. Perlus is an international keynote speaker, author of The Personal Podium, and trusted coach to elite performers worldwide. She helps individuals conquer mental blocks, unlock motivation, and perform with purpose. Learn more at drhaleyperlus.com.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome & Sponsor
01:04 – Fear as an Ally in Healing
02:09 – Lessons from Elite Athletes
07:12 – The Power of Intention
10:18 – Daily Recovery and Acceptance
15:52 – Working with Fear, Not Against It
21:57 – Resilience vs. Perfection
30:18 – Emotional Quadrants of Resilience
36:22 – Stillness vs. Active Recovery
41:54 – Healing Imagery & Visualization
44:26 – Dr. Perlus’s Work & Offerings
47:52 – Final Words: Right Foot, Left Foot

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In this episode of The One Thing Podcast, Dr. Sarah Nasir shares her visionary approach to treating addiction through a deeply integrative and compassionate lens. As an osteopathic physician and founder of Zara Care, she is reshaping addiction recovery by combining primary care with holistic healing, addressing the mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Nasir opens up about her personal transformation from stigmatizing addiction to becoming a leading voice for destigmatization in medicine. She explains how visual storytelling and simplified communication are critical tools for building trust with patients. We explore medication-assisted treatment (MAT), the science behind opioid addiction, and why healing isn't just about abstinence but creating a life of purpose.

You'll hear how she uses metaphors, guided imagery, and Eastern philosophy to help patients reconnect with their inner strength, and why she believes everyone is “greatness in progress.” If you’re a clinician, caregiver, or simply someone interested in what it means to treat addiction with empathy and science, this episode is a must-watch.

🔗 Learn more: https://zenaracare.com

00:00 Introduction and sponsor message
01:06 Meet Dr. Sarah Nasir and Zara Care
03:44 Why addiction medicine? A personal evolution
09:01 Meaning behind the name “Zara”
12:33 Six dimensions of holistic healing
14:41 What integrative addiction care looks like
18:00 Core principles: trust, communication, and balance
20:05 MAT explained with visual metaphors
25:10 Recovery phases: induction, maintenance, taper
30:33 Storytelling tools in patient care
31:51 Fixing systemic gaps in addiction treatment
35:40 Dr. Nasir’s long-term vision for Zara
38:35 Final thoughts and call to action

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