Mark here. Here’s what we have in store for this week…
WHAT I’M WRITING ABOUT
Emotional Regulation
Understanding, regulating, and transforming negative emotions is critical for claiming agency in life and leadership. Anger is the emotion that often does the most damage. Anger can serve as a bodyguard, masking fear, frustration, or inadequacy. Instead of letting anger derail you and your team’s work, you should investigate it and transform that powerful energy into a positive force for good. Emotional regulation and transmutation are foundational skills for effective leadership.
This work is not easy, but it is worth it. When you experience anger again, pause and reflect on what triggered it, and breathe deeply to allow it to move through you without reacting negatively. In a few moments, you will be able to respond more thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively. This self-awareness exercise builds your emotional awareness and regulation muscle one rep at a time, giving you more courage to transform your anger into constructive action. By acknowledging and processing our emotions, we gain control over our responses and enhance our ability to lead positively and calmly.
Emotional mastery is essential for navigating the complexities of leadership and achieving bold results. By cultivating a deep understanding of your emotions, you will foster an environment of trust and openness and inspire your team to do the same. Enhanced emotional regulation improves decision-making and creates a sense of purpose that resonates throughout the organization. Ultimately, mastering emotions enriches your life and your culture by deepening meaningful relationships and leading to more personal fulfillment as well as better organizational outcomes.
You cannot control what happens to you, but you can control your attitude toward what happens to you. — Brian Tracy
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A globally recognized leader in executive coaching, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is celebrated as one of the Top Ten Business Thinkers in the World and the top-rated executive coach at the Thinkers50 ceremony in London since 2011. His influential book, Triggers, became a Wall Street Journal and New York Times #1 Bestseller in 2015, offering profound insights into behavioral change. He is also the author of the acclaimed What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, a New York Times bestseller and winner of the Harold Longman Award for Best Business Book of the Year. With over 40 years of experience, Goldsmith has coached numerous top executives with innovative approaches and continues to shape the future of leadership development and organizational effectiveness.
Podcast Highlights:
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith and I leaned into the transformative impact of mindset in today’s leadership landscape. We delved into the importance of behavioral change and accountability as cornerstones of effective leadership, emphasizing that even minor shifts in perspective can lead to significant transformations. Learn about Dr. Goldsmith’s new cutting-edge project, an AI tool that allows you to ask questions and receive responses as if speaking directly to him.
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PRACTICE OR HABIT TO TRY
A Habit for Strength and Awareness: Slowing down requires inner strength. This week, take a ten-minute slow walk with the intention of grounding yourself. As you walk, inhale deeply to fill your lungs, feeling your strength and health grow with each breath. With each exhale, let go of distractions, allowing yourself to engage with your surroundings fully. Use this time to cultivate awareness, letting the rhythm of your breath guide your pace. Aim to practice this five times this week, embracing the power of slow movement to enhance your well-being and presence.
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Mark Divine is a New York Times best-selling author, leadership expert, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and retired U.S. Navy SEAL Commander. He is also the founder and CEO of Unbeatable and SEALFIT.