Calm Under Pressure: Master your nervous system. Lead with clarity. Perform at your peak.

Calm Under Pressure: Master your nervous system. Lead with clarity. Perform at your peak.

By Jason Hotchkiss, Executive Calm & Performance ConsultantHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Calm Under Pressure: Master your nervous system. Lead with clarity. Perform at your peak. episodes

  • Unveiling Narcissism

    Is it possible to survive the consistent and constant bombardment of a narcissist? I’m here to tell you it is possible, but it doesn’t come easy. Today, we’retackling a topic that has intrigued psychologists for decades and has become increasingly relevant in our social and personal lives...narcissism.

    In today’s episode of UYL, episode #49, we’ll explore what classic narcissism is, how to identify it, and what steps you can take when dealing with a narcissist. Let’s get started.

    48 min
  • Physical Fitness

    Welcome to Unlock Your Leadership, the podcast where we explore transformational vitality through the power of physical fitness and its impact on every aspect of life. This week, I’m thrilled to host Colton Briner, a dynamic innovator known for his purpose-driven strategies andcreative physical fitness.

    While Colton’s career has focused on unlockingpotential in businesses, he brings a fresh perspective to fitness by connecting the principles of motivation, resilience, and purpose to personal health and wellness.

    In this episode, Colton shares insights on how physicalfitness can fuel mental clarity, enhance productivity, and empower individuals to overcome challenges. Whether you’re looking to build healthier habits or find inspiration to push through setbacks, Colton’s unique blend of experiencesand practical advice will leave you motivated to take your fitness journey to the next level.

    Tune in for an engaging conversation that bridges the worlds of inner leadership and personal transformation through fitness!

    54 min
  • Stoicism for Today

    Stoicism offers a powerful framework for living a life of purpose, resilience, and inner peace in a world of uncertainty and chaos. From its origins in ancient Greece toits modern applications in leadership and personal growth,

    Stoicism has inspired countless individuals throughout history to cultivate strength, wisdom, and tranquility.

    In this podcast #47, we'll delve into the history of Stoicism, explore its core principles, and discuss how its teachings can be applied to navigate the challenges of our contemporary world. Whether seeking to improve your psychological health, emotional harmony, transformational vitality, or overall inner leadership development, Stoicism has much to offer.

    Join us as we explore the insights of legendary Stoics like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius, and discover how their wisdom can transform your life today.

    27 min
  • How to Handle Emotional Recovery

    One area within inner leadership development that is not always addressed or discussed is the importance and path to emotional recovery. Today’s guest is Cecilia Martinez.

    She is passionate about spreading awareness of healing, storytelling, and the power of vulnerability and transparency. Cecilia believes these qualities are superpowers that help us connect, grow, and transform our lives.

    She is a certified life coach, a full-time stay-at-home mom, and a wife, and is the host of her podcast, Healing with Cecilia, where she creates content that encourages self-reflection, healing, and faith-based growth. Her goal isto help women find healing through truth—through my memoir, devotional book, or the messages she shares on social media. Let’s get it!

    56 min
  • Assessing Your Strengths for Inner Growth

    The topic of strengths and assessment has always been a popular and demanding topic within the circle of leadership.

    Having the inner knowing of our strengths and weaknesses is a crucial aspect of inner leadership development: assessing your strengths and areas for growth.

    Today we will look at what strengths are, identify areas of growth most of us will face, why they are important for leaders, and finally a couple of action steps you can take beginning today. Let’s get it!

    26 min
  • Spiritual Prompts for Inner Leadership

    Recently on my Instagram account (Unlock Your Leadership), I started posting spiritual prompts every Friday. Why? Part of my philosophy is we are all spiritual beings. If this isthe case, then we need to nurture our spiritual growth.

    In today’s episode we will take a deeper look at these spiritual prompts I release every Friday and see how we can apply these to the development of our inner leadership.

    24 min
  • Developing Emotional Intelligence

    It’s a subject mentioned a lot within online platforms but is hardly ever defined. Individuals throw this topic around claiming to be experts on the subject, however,

    never give any clear guidance as to what it is, why it’s important, or how we can develop it. What is it? Emotional Intelligence.

    Although it may sound or be perceived as a cryptic topic, in today’s episode we are going

    to unpack this important topic so you can be resourced to properly develop your inner leadership.

    25 min
  • Zen Habits for Your Inner Leadership

    Welcome to another episode of UYL, Episode #42, a podcast focused on developing our inner leadership. Thank you for listening to my podcast, I’m Jason Hotchkiss.

    Whether we see it in a movie we watch on social media or encounter a form of it in real life, the idea, aesthetic, or concept of Zen or Zen Buddhism has more than likely crossed our paths. In today’s episode, we will explore how ancient Zen teachings can enrich our lives in today's fast-paced world.

    Let's dive into the essence of Zen Buddhism and discover practical ways to incorporate its wisdom

    into our daily routines. What is Zen? Why Zen and how can we apply Zen in
    our daily lives?

    27 min
  • Beyond the Fraud: Conquering the Imposter Syndrome

    In today’s episode, 41, we're discussing a topic that affects millions of people across all walks of life, including myself: Imposter Syndrome.

    We'll explore what it is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to overcome it with actionable steps. Let's get into it!

    30 min
  • Top 5 to Thrive in 2025

    It is officially 2025, and in this episode, 40, I will give you the top 5 focuses you should focus on in 2025 for your inner leadership development. These are not made up. I have crafted this list and application through my current research

    and market trends.

    I’m so excited to discuss today’s topics, which

    focus on personal development, workplace balance, mentoring others, and self-care. We’ll discuss why these areas are important and provide practical applications you can implement right away.

    28 min

About Calm Under Pressure: Master your nervous system. Lead with clarity. Perform at your peak.

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Calm Under Pressure is a short-form podcast for those who must remain composed when the stakes are high. Hosted by Executive Calm & Performance Consultant Jason Hotchkiss, each episode blends neuroscience, breathwork, and performance psychology to help you regulate your nervous system.

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