Archives of #stress

The Pressure You Don’t Post About: Expectations, Achievement, and the High Performer’s Inner Voice

From the outside, entrepreneurship can look exciting. Freedom. Growth. Vision. Momentum. Choice. But many entrepreneurs know a different reality. The pressure is not only in the deadlines, revenue goals, launch dates, team decisions, or constant uncertainty. Often the heaviest pressure is internal. It is the pressure to stay sharp, keep building, solve problems fast, and […]
1 month ago

The Pressure You Do Not Talk About

There is a kind of pressure that does not announce itself. It does not look like chaos. It does not always feel dramatic. It often shows up when things are going well. You are functioning. Producing. Leading. And quietly carrying something heavier than anyone sees. This is the pressure you do not talk about. The […]
2 months ago

Burnout That Does Not Look Like Burnout

The physiology of quiet depletion in high performers Why capable leaders do not see it coming Most entrepreneurs expect burnout to look dramatic. Exhaustion. Loss of motivation. Inability to function. But research on chronic stress tells a different story. High-functioning burnout often develops while performance remains intact. That is because the nervous system is adaptive. […]
3 months ago
Does mental health need to be the new cancer prevention

Does mental health need to be the new cancer prevention

I remember when I began my career nearly 40 years ago (holy cow, the time has gone quickly), there was an expectation that any issues, challenges or stress you experienced should be “parked at the door“. In other words, don’t bring it to work. Although that sounded like a good idea at the time, it […]
3 years ago
Emotional Resilience with mindfulness & HeartMath

Unlock the Secret to Emotional Resilience with HeartMath and Mindfulness

If you are someone who experiences high levels of physical stress and large emotions, perhaps feels like you are out of control with some substances, or feel anxious and financially stressed while juggling multiple competing issues, you are not alone. It can be challenging to prioritize your well-being when life feels overwhelming, but it is […]
3 years ago
someone checking their heart rate via neck pulse and watch (time)

What If Heart Rate Variability Was The Missing Piece All Along

When I share with people what I do, I often get a questioning look when I tell them I am a HeartMath Coach. I wanted to explain a bit more about why I resonated so strongly with it. In our fast-paced and ever-changing world, stress has become a common part of our daily lives. Whether […]
3 years ago
Stress Management Vs Stress Mastery

Why stress management is not enough, and you need stress mastery

Stress has become a prevalent aspect of our lives in today’s fast-paced world. While some stress levels are normal and necessary for growth, excessive stress can lead to burnout, anxiety, and depression. Therefore, it is essential to understand the difference between stress management and stress mastery. Stress management refers to the strategies used to reduce […]
3 years ago