What if your greatest tool for healing and leadership isn't something you do — but the presence you bring to every moment? In this episode of The Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu sits down with Josh Pais, transformational coach and expert in conscious leadership, to explore how emotional awareness, regulation, and authenticity shape both our biology and our impact. Together, they dive into the science of presence, the importance of inner stillness, and how understanding your emotional state can elevate not only your health — but also the way you lead, love, and live. You'll learn:

• How emotions shape your biology and energy state
• Why awareness is the foundation of true connection
• The link between authenticity, leadership, and longevity
• Simple tools to regulate your emotional and physiological state

Follow Dr. V @doctorvmd Get your free Longevity & Performance Guide at thrivestatestarter.com Order the #1 bestselling book Thrive State (2nd Edition) at thrivestatebook.com Episode Highlights:

• The Power of Presence
• Josh Pais on Emotional Awareness and the Human Condition
• The Science of Regulation: Emotions, Energy, and Health
• Conscious Leadership: Leading from Awareness, Not Reaction
• Building Authentic Connection and Trust
• Practical Tools for Emotional Mastery and Presence