Have you ever felt stress take over a moment—only to realize later that nothing was actually on the line?

In this episode, we explore a perspective-shifting moment at work that introduced a line I’ve never forgotten: “If you didn’t get shot at today, it’s not that bad of a day.” What started as a tense project deadline turned into a powerful reminder of how contrast and perspective can instantly shrink stress.

Through a real workplace conversation and lessons shaped by military influence, we unpack why stress often feels bigger than it actually is—and how losing perspective causes us to treat inconvenience like catastrophe. Because while our work matters, most of what we face day to day isn’t life-or-death… even when it feels that way.

This episode isn’t about minimizing responsibility or lowering standards. It’s about learning how to keep pressure from owning you, and remembering that discomfort is not the same thing as danger.

Listen in as we talk about why perspective is one of the most underrated leadership and life skills—and how a simple mental reset can change the entire tone of your day.

💡 What You’ll Learn: • Why stress doesn’t always equal importance • How contrast instantly reframes pressure • The difference between discomfort and danger • Why perspective is a powerful emotional regulator • How to stay calm without lowering your standards

🛠️ Action Step: Today, when something stressful pops up, pause and ask yourself:

1. Is this life-changing—or just inconvenient?
2. Can I control it, or is my stress adding nothing?
3. Will this matter in a week or a month? Use those answers to reset your response before reacting.

📌 Perfect For: • Professionals under constant deadlines • Leaders managing pressure and expectations • Anyone prone to over-stressing small moments • Listeners seeking calm without complacency