Meet Ariana - Building A Healthier High-Performance Mindset

Meet Ariana. It's 9 PM on a Wednesday. She's sitting on her living room sofa balancing her laptop on her knees. Her husband walks in, carrying two mugs of tea. "You need to call it a night, honey," he says gently. She nods absentmindedly, staring at the screen. The reality is, she can't. There's just too much to do. As the vice president of training for a leading pharmaceutical company, Ariana is brilliant and respected. But lately, she feels like she’s running on fumes, losing sight of her goals, and struggling to balance her personal and professional life. In this episode, Jay is joined by Chelsea Pottenger, a globally recognized keynote speaker, best-selling author of The Mindful High Performer, and founder of EQ Minds. Chelsea shares her personal story of overcoming severe postnatal depression and the insights she gained that transformed her life. Together, they explore Ariana’s challenges and provide actionable strategies for building resilience, maintaining balance, and prioritizing mental health without compromising high performance. Chelsea emphasizes the power of redefining success, setting clear boundaries, and incorporating simple yet powerful practices like mindfulness, gratitude, and prioritizing wellness. If you’ve ever felt like the demands of your career are pulling you away from the life you want, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you find clarity and create a healthier mindset. Notable Quotes “Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s self-preservation.” — Chelsea Pottenger “If you don’t take care of your wellness today, you’ll be forced to take care of your illness tomorrow.” — Chelsea Pottenger “Life is a series of experiences, not a series of outcomes.” — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Chelsea Pottenger is a globally recognized speaker, best-selling author of The Mindful High Performer, and the founder of EQ Minds, an organization that partners with global brands like Google, Estee Lauder, and Allianz to improve mental health and productivity. A former corporate leader, Chelsea combines science-backed practices with personal insights to help individuals and organizations thrive under pressure. She is an accredited mindfulness coach and ambassador for mental health charities, inspiring millions worldwide through her talks, workshops, and writing. Resources and Links Chelsea Pottenger The Mindful High Performer: https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-High-Performer-powerful-recharge/dp/1922351946 Website: https://www.eqminds.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelseapottenger/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseapottengerofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B24w7gT7u/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eqminds Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay will share practical strategies to simplify your life by mastering the basics, such as sleep, nutrition, and movement. Backed by recent studies, this episode will help you create an intentional plan to sustain energy and focus. Don’t miss this foundational and transformative episode!