Monday, March 31, 2025

“When an emotional response is triggered, the brain releases a surge of neurochemicals that create physiological sensations. If we do nothing to feed the emotion, this chemical reaction naturally dissipates within 90 seconds.”
– Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor –

What makes emotions linger isn’t the initial trigger but our ongoing mental engagement with it. By implementing the 90-Second Rule—allowing the physiological response to run its course before choosing your next action—executives can transform reactive patterns into strategic emotional intelligence, creating more effective leadership moments. Check out A Psychologist Shares The ‘90-Second Rule’ To Survive Emotional Waves to learn more.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad

P.S. Many of you may not have received our AI roundup last Friday, March 28. My apologies. Click here to access that newsletter.