Stress feels productive. It’s not.

High achievers often build businesses from a chronic state of activation. The urgency, rapid response, and hyper-reactivity feel like leadership, but they are frequently signs of nervous system dysregulation. In this episode of I Am Practically Done, Dr. Shena Dixon Mason examines how stress conditioning affects decision-making, delegation, hiring, and long-term strategy. Drawing from her experience operating multiple companies while teaching at an R1 research institution and completing a second doctoral program, she reframes calm as a competitive advantage. If you are constantly reacting instead of designing, this episode will help you shift from adrenaline-based leadership to strategic regulation. Join our community today at www.audiobookschool.com and build from clarity, not chaos.