You ever drop everything to fix a “fire”… then realize it wasn’t a fire at all?

Today you'll learn why your internal alarm can pull you in all the wrong directions.
And how to respond the right way, every time.

I’ll walk you through a simple research-based framework for how you react to threat, and how to use it to drive better results instead of overreaction.

If you want to stop fighting the wrong fires and put your focus where it matters… this one’s for you.

Inside the episode

• Why urgency isn’t strategy — it’s wiring.
 • The psychology behind false alarms and overreaction.
 • A simple, research-backed framework you can use to read threats with accuracy.
 • How to shift from reacting to noise → leading from signal.

This episode is for Founders / Execs who:

• Feel like they’re constantly putting out fires.
 • Want cleaner thinking and fewer false urgencies.
 • Are ready to reclaim time, trust, and focus by responding with precision.

Key takeaways

• Your sense of urgency is shaped by experience, not truth.
 • False alarms drain hours, slow teams, and break momentum.
 • Precision beats speed.
 • Calm isn’t risky when you know how to read threat correctly.

Old you reacts fast.
 New you can respond right.

When you understand your internal alarm system, you stop fighting the wrong fires.
You stop pouring time into the wrong problems.
You start putting energy where it compounds.

What to do next:

→ Share this with the founder who’s always “putting out fires.” Ask them, “Where did your alarm pull you this week?”
→ Try the 1-minute GPT quiz here: Why You Keep Putting Out the Wrong Fires GPT   
→ Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/
→ Book a Pattern-Break Session (link on LinkedIn page) to experience it firsthand (limited spots).

About the Podcast

Built for high-performers who don’t need help. Just leverage.
This is the show that breaks what quietly kills performance at scale.
Especially the mental patterns slowing down even the smartest execs and founders.
If you never want to get dragged down by pressure, burnout, or hesitation… welcome home.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr. Yishai Barkhordari.

Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Results are not guaranteed and will vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.

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