Pressure can bring out our best or our worst. Nicole and Stacie explain how emotional intelligence helps leaders stay calm, present, and responsive even when stress runs high. They share everyday stories, brain science, and grounding practices that make self-awareness and regulation doable in any workplace.

What you’ll take away

The five components of emotional intelligence and why self-awareness is foundational

How to spot and interrupt fight, flight, or freeze responses

A one-minute grounding practice that resets your mind and body

Next Step for Managers
Before your next stressful meeting, pause for 90 seconds and name what you’re feeling. More grounding resources at getaltitude.org.