Holiday weeks hit differently — tighter schedules, higher emotions, increased pressure, and a whole lot of people needing answers right now. If you’ve ever wondered why Thanksgiving week feels heavier to lead, this episode breaks it down through the lenses of neuroscience, sociology, and real-world leadership.

We’re talking about:

🧠 The Automatic Brain vs. The Executive Brain
Why your nervous system shifts into survival mode during the holidays — and how to stay grounded, even when the pace speeds up.

👥 Role Reflex vs. Role Performance
A sociological look at why you feel more responsible than usual, and how to shift from reacting to intentionally leading.

📘 A clear, simple coverage plan for next week
Including communication, boundaries, decision-load reduction, and how to protect your peace without sacrificing outcomes.

🪞 A closing reflection to help you simplify your week
(With examples you can implement immediately.)

This episode is designed to help therapy practice owners and healthcare leaders navigate Thanksgiving week with more clarity and far less chaos.

Because — say it with me —
 clarity isn’t rude. It’s responsible.
And it’s the key to regulating your brain, your team, and your leadership during high-pressure seasons.

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If holiday weeks expose the cracks, The Reset helps you rebuild the structure.

🎧 Listen now, breathe deeper, and lead next week with steadiness.

“This is leadership that protects your peace — not leadership that burns you out.”