Beyond A Million Why High Performers Confuse Pressure with Stress… and Burn Out
Aug 25, 2025
Mindset coach Rob Dial dives into the crucial difference between stress and pressure, enlightening high achievers on how this distinction can transform their performance. He highlights that pressure can be harnessed positively, while stress can lead to burnout. Rob shares his 'three key decisions per day' rule for increased productivity and a clearer mindset, advocating for a proactive approach to challenges. His insights promise to help listeners optimize their output without sacrificing their well-being.
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Bookmark Your Day With Gratitude
- Start each morning and end each evening by listing things you're grateful for for 5–10 minutes.
- Use this ritual to set your emotional 'GPS' so your brain doesn't default to negativity all day.
Fix Problems From Calm, Not Panic
- Gratitude isn't avoidance; it changes the energy you bring while solving problems.
- You can fix problems more effectively when you approach them calm and collected instead of anxious.
Keep Your Prefrontal Cortex Online
- Reduce stress to preserve prefrontal cortex function and make clearer decisions.
- Approach business choices calmly so logic, not emotion, drives the decision.