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Episode 68: Leading Self Under Pressure with S.W.A.G.
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Episode Summary
When pressure spikes, even elite leaders can keep teams steady while quietly losing their center. This episode drills into the hardest skill in leadership: leading self under pressure. Coach Mo and co-host Algie Mo break down how the punk-ass inner critic hijacks decisions, why reactive energy erodes trust, and how to install a reliable “mental pause” you can access in real time. Using the S.W.A.G. Framework—Self-Awareness, Why-Power, Aligned Action, and Grit—you will learn to recognize catabolic states, reset your physiology with breath, and reenter the moment with clarity. Expect practical rituals like gratitude reps, micro-recovery, and pause-visualize-breathe sequences you can use at your desk or on the floor. Grab the S.W.A.G. Cheat Sheet:
www.innerarenaleadership.com/swag_cheatsheet
and build the habit that makes pressure a proving ground.
Key Takeaways
- Name the voice: Spot the “inner critic” fast and shift to intention before it drives reactive decisions.
- Install the pause: Use a quick pause-visualize-breathe sequence to reset energy in the moment.
- Gratitude reps: Five one-second gratitude thoughts a day compound into calmer choices and better self-talk.
- S.W.A.G. in action: Self-Awareness to assess state, Why-Power to anchor purpose, Aligned Action to move wisely, Grit to finish strong.
- Recovery is a responsibility: Schedule simple micro-rituals that keep you trusted under stress.
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Chapters
1. Episode 68: Leading Self Under Pressure with S.W.A.G. (00:00:00)
2. Show Opening & Mission (00:00:10)
3. Today’s Focus: Leading Self Under Pressure (00:01:16)
4. SWAG Framework Explained (00:02:52)
5. The Private Struggle Of Public Leaders (00:04:20)
6. Inner Critic And Narrative Under Stress (00:06:34)
7. The Power Of The Pause (00:08:50)
8. Energy Levels: Catabolic Vs Anabolic (00:10:47)
9. A Real Trigger: Tech Frustration (00:13:40)
10. SWAG In Action: Align And Persist (00:16:20)
11. Leading On The Floor Without Time (00:18:20)
12. Mental Pauses And Daily Reps (00:20:15)
13. Gratitude Micro-Habits That Stick (00:22:08)
14. Recovery Rituals As Leadership (00:25:05)
15. Athletic Pressure: Breathe And Visualize (00:26:45)
16. Make Calm A Habit Everywhere (00:29:02)
17. Closing Reflections And Next Steps (00:31:30)
18. Outro And Ways To Connect (00:31:42)
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