From Stress to Strength: How to Rewire Your Brain for Resilience

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Guest: Jon Wortmann, Leadership Coach & Principal at Novel Communication What makes some overloaded leaders bounce back stronger, while others burn out? In this episode, host Maureen Metcalf talks with executive coach and resilience author Jon Wortmann about how leaders can train their brains to stay calm, clear, and focused, even in chaos. Wortmann draws from neuroscience, mindfulness research, and real-world leadership practice to reveal how resilience is more than “bouncing back.” It’s a trainable skill that rewires your stress response through deliberate habits: breathwork, focus, movement, and meaningful connection. Learn how to: Shift from the “short loop” of stress reactivity to the “long loop” of intentional thinking. Use quick switching to get your brain back online in seconds. Build resilience across four domains: physical, cognitive, emotional, and relational. Lead teams more effectively by managing your own emotional and physiological state. Other episodes you'll enjoy: - How Purpose-Driven Women Redefine What It Means to Lead with Dr.