The Wellness-Driven Workplace

Overreacting at Work? Regain Calm Leadership Using Nervous System Reset Tools


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Ever snapped at a teammate, froze in a meeting, or overreacted to an email—then wondered,  Why did I do that?

Host Lisa Urbanski talks with Dr. Melanie Gray, who breaks down emotional dysregulation as a nervous system response to show leaders how to reset before stress overrides their decisions.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
🧠 Why high-performing leaders get “hijacked” under stress

🔋 The “low battery” nervous system warning signs to catch early

🛑 A simple Stop & Scan reset to interrupt reactive patterns

🧱 How boundaries, movement, and recovery prevent burnout

🏢 How regulated leadership creates psychological safety and reduces turnover

Learn More & Connect with Dr. Melanie!
🌐 Website: http://www.drmelaniegray.com

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmelaniegray

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melanie.gray.550422

📱 X: https://x.com/MelanietheRN

💬 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577286124894

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniewellnesscoach/

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The Wellness-Driven WorkplaceBy Stacey Chillemi