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#27 How to Stay Grounded When Everything Feels Urgent
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When life moves fast, old patterns surface. This episode shows you how to stay rooted, clear, and calm — even when urgency takes over. No forcing. Just grounded recalibration.
If urgency keeps hijacking your peace, this episode is for you. We explore what happens when high-pressure moments pull you into old habits — and how to return to grounded identity instead. Learn the science behind why your nervous system defaults under stress, how to pause before reacting, and why micro-movements matter more than willpower. Includes personal insight from Julie and today’s micro-recalibration.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Why urgency triggers reactivity — even in high-capacity professionals
- How your nervous system overrides clarity under stress
- A personal recalibration story from Julie on saying no to the wrong “yes”
- Leadership insight from Whole Foods founder John Mackey
- Why micro-shifts in high-pressure moments create deep, sustainable change
- How to pause, self-regulate, and realign without over-explaining or apologizing
- A powerful practice to help you lead yourself instead of defaulting to fear
Today’s Micro-Recalibration
Pause in the moment of urgency. Ask yourself:
- What part of me feels unsafe right now?
- What do I tend to default to under pressure?
- What would grounded alignment look like in this exact moment?
Presence isn’t passive — it’s power in motion.
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