People Soup

Quick Spoon: Pressure reveals what's running us

June 15, 2026·1 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Pressure has a way of revealing patterns we'd rather not see.Defensiveness.Control.Avoidance.Reactivity.But these experiences aren't signs that we've failed.They're opportunities to notice what's driving our behaviour.In this Quick Spoon, Ross explores one of the central ideas behind psychological flexibility: once we notice what's running us, we create the possibility of choosing differently.And that's where leadership begins.Key Quote"Pressure doesn't reveal who we are. Pressure reveals what's running us."Reflection QuestionsThe next time you feel pressure building:What is driving me right now?And what matters here?People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use.If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes.Why good leaders go off track - A People Soup special #1 - People SoupLeadership beyond autopilot - The McIntosh ACT Leadership FrameworkVisit Ross' Website.Connect with Ross on LinkedInPeople Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian lifeHe's now also on BlueskyThe People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

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