In this episode of The Rising Leader, I explore the profound connection between nature, stress, and leadership with my insightful guest, Sam Morris. We dive into how one can experience nature, from superficial encounters to profound, transformative engagements. We also discuss the cultural endorsement of stress and its impact on decision-making and team coherence, as well as how adopting a vitality-oriented mindset can lead to better outcomes in both personal and professional life. Additionally, I share a personal story about a client struggling with work-life balance and the importance of communication in reducing stress.

Sam Morris, the founder of Zen Warrior Training and co-founder of USA Protective Care, joins me to delve into his journey of resilience and renewal following a life-changing car accident in 1999. Sam's leadership philosophy is built on mindfulness, anti-fragility, and the continuous breakdown of identity assumptions to uncover greater self-awareness. He offers a unique perspective on stress, identity, and how leaders can thrive by integrating this wisdom into their lives.

“Seeing life as a game makes it less about the outcomes and more about the adventure.”

- Sam Morris

This week on The Rising Leader:

·     Differentiating superficial and deep engagement with nature

·     The cultural endorsement of stress and its impact on leadership

·     How redirecting attention to physical sensations can alleviate stress

·     The importance of self-care activities like breath, movement, and good sleep

·     The concept of stress addiction and its ties to identity

·     Distinguishing control from agency in managing life and work

·     Building mindful awareness to reduce reactive emotions

·     Understanding the significance of seeing life from a "30,000-foot perspective"

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