Lisa Riegel: Why Your Brain Resists Change—and How to Rewire It for Growth

What if the reason leaders stay stuck in stress, overwork, or emotional reactivity has less to do with discipline—and more to do with unconscious survival patterns? In this episode, Dean Newlund and Lisa Riegel explore how hidden conditioning shapes leadership behavior, decision-making, and the ability to stay calm and present under pressure. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Lisa Riegel discuss: How the brain and nervous system influence stress and leadership behavior Why do people naturally resist change and uncertainty The role past experiences play in emotional reactions and decision-making How technology and constant stimulation affect focus and regulation Ways leaders can create cultures built on trust and psychological safety Key Takeaways: The brain prioritizes safety over growth, so uncertainty and change can trigger fear, anxiety, and resistance even when the change is positive. Stress, sedentary lifestyles, and constant digital stimulation can dysregulate the ner...