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E323 - Burnout Is a Nervous System Problem Not a Productivity Problem | Ep. 323 with Mandy Morris Executive Psychology Coach and Co-founder of SoFree

Published: March 13, 2026

Duration: 16:06

Daniel Robbins interviews Mandy Morris about emotional intelligence, boundaries, burnout, and the neuroscience of regulation for founders and leaders. Mandy breaks down why executives often avoid EQ because they think it means talking about feelings, when it actually means managing emotional data so you can lead with clarity and steadiness.

Key Discussion Points:
Mandy explains that the emotional center of the brain activates first and the rational brain often justifies what we feel, which is why EQ is about managing and perceiving emotion in yourself and others. She reframes frustration and anger as signals that a...