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Problem solving is a muscle - the more you practice, the stronger it gets.

Okay, so I'm back. But sometimes we each need to hear (and take) our own advice. Grateful for the record.

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Looking back is only as good as the data it provides. Almost one year ago to the day, the very first episode of Bulletproof debuted. Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Welcome to Bulletproof, a NEW midweek minisode from SummerEyes. In this series, Grace takes a temperature check on the week so far, identifies a lesson learned, and offers insights to tackle the rest of the week ahead.

This week, it’s all about the next point, as Grace offers personal insights on how to reset and refocus if/when you already feel behind.

Original air date: March 5, 2025

OOO = throwback to one of my favorite episodes, a summary of wisdom from Mellody Hobson as mined by Emma Grede, on her podcast, Aspire. I go back to this one all the time.

Sometimes, the most powerful strategies aren’t complicated - they’re consistent. Cue this goldmine of an interview with Mellody Hobson, hosted by Emma Grede, and source of today’s episode. Mellody is known for her sharp leadership, grounded wisdom, and ability to execute with grace and power. In this episode, I dissect three powerful principles - simplicity, clarity, and honesty - that carry through her stories and success.

Spoiler: this isn’t about roses. It’s about doing future you a favor by intentionally and strategically building in moments of pause and clarity, so that - when you need it most - you remember what’s important in the first place.

It’s the Olympics! Summer Eyes style… to celebrate the love of sport and ultimate commitment to excellence, I’m sharing my top three themes from Milan Cortina and the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Getting defensive ain’t it… luckily, the secret to not getting defensive lies in those in between moments where you can build up your confidence and sense of self so that by the time you’re put on the spot, you’re cool, calm, and collective.

Today we’re exploring power, perception, and control with a deep dive into the next three sections of part one. All of these skills rely on practice and are broken down into the following categories:

1. Recognize your power

2. Steady your nerves

3. Control your emotions

Live from a snowy and bitter cold NYC, today’s bulletproof minisode explores the magic of seasons, why lows equal highs, and how good always comes.

This week’s summary breaks down the definition of perception and why it’s important to separate emotion from truth. It tells the story of John D. Rockefeller, who got his start at the school of adversity and stress, and emphasizes the need for obstacles.