Resilience in the Age of AI | Sheridan Folger on Judgment, Leadership, and Real Strength

In this episode of Resilience Redefined, Michael sits down with Sheridan Folger to explore what resilience truly means in a rapidly changing, AI driven world. Drawing from his experiences as a military veteran, cancer survivor, and leader in intelligent process optimization at John Hancock, Sheridan shares a grounded and practical perspective on leadership, adversity, and decision making. The conversation challenges the idea that speed and automation alone lead to better outcomes, emphasizing instead the importance of clarity, intent, and human judgment.   Key themes include: • The role of AI in exposing poor thinking • Building resilience through challenge and discomfort • The cultural shift toward convenience over connection • The risks of toxic positivity in leadership and organizations • The importance of decentralization and accountability • Thinking in second order effects in complex systems This episode offers a deeper look at how individuals and institutions can remain resilient, thoughtful, and grounded in an increasingly complex world.   Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheridanfolger/ Substack: https://substack.com/@granitewhispers?utm_source=substack-feed-item   Connect with Michael O: Website: https://www.michaeldostrolenk.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mostrolenk Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelostrolenkresiliencemastery