Why does change, uncertainty, and disruption cause some people to break and others to break records? This is a question I’ve been drawn to for most of my life—a question that has become more important than ever before. We’re living through one of the most disruptive periods in human history. We’re witnessing rapid change that’s impacting virtually

Eagleman’s work demonstrates, in part, why everything feels drawn out during particularly difficult periods of disorder. Though perhaps not as acute as dropping on the SCAD, big changes put us on high alert and in hyper-aroused states. Identifying when this is happening and being patient with ourselves is key.

I stopped needing to run from myself. But this process is hard and when people tell me they are scared of losing their edge, this is what they are really afraid of. They fear letting go of strategies, often enacted years ago, that help them feel safe, and that let them avoid facing what’s underneath. They are uncomfortable not having a plan and hav