In this episode, Christopher Donaleski unpacks one of the most persistent myths in business and leadership: the belief that emotion and logic are at odds. Drawing on the research of neurologist Antonio Damasio, he reveals that emotion isn’t a distraction from rational thinking—it’s a necessary part of it. From gut feelings to executive decision-making, you'll hear how emotion helps guide focus, create meaning, and drive action in ways data alone cannot. If you’ve ever been told to “leave emotion out of it,” this conversation will challenge that idea and show how the best leaders use emotion as a source of clarity and insight.