Control Your Reactions Before They Control You
From Own. Move. Anchor. with Kevin Pannell by Kevin Pannell
April 3, 2026 · 6 min · Season 10 · Episode 2
About this episode
Kevin Pannell discusses the importance of controlling reactions and the impact of a brief pause in high-pressure situations.
This Foundation Friday, Control Your Reactions Before They Control You, builds on the concept of the space between reaction and response and brings it into real life. Through a simple but relatable moment at home, Kevin walks through how quickly reaction can take over and how a brief pause can completely change the outcome. He connects this to leadership, meetings, and high-pressure situations where tone, control, and clarity matter most. You’ll learn how to recognize that space, how to use it, and a simple breathing tool to help you stay composed when it counts. This is about building the reps to respond with intention, at home, at work, and everywhere in between.
People in this episode
Host: Kevin Pannell
Topics covered
- reactions
- leadership
- high-pressure situations
- breathing techniques
- emotional control
Keywords
- reactions
- response
- leadership
- breathing tool
- emotional control
- high-pressure
- meetings
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