Are you thriving—or just surviving? Let’s be real: in today’s fast-paced world, high achievers are celebrated for their grit, drive, and ability to keep going no matter what. But at what cost? The line between resilience and survival mode often gets blurred, and before you know it, the hustle that once fueled your passion becomes the very thing draining your energy. Sound familiar?  

In this episode, we explore the distinction between resilience and survival mode. Our guest, Hannah Abad, is no stranger to the hustle. A three-time business owner and certified expert coach, Hannah understands the toll high performance can take. She shares her groundbreaking neuroscience-based methods to help visionary, service-driven leaders transition from depletion to empowered resilience.  

Discover how to break free from the constant hustle and embrace a life where your energy is fueled by purpose—not pressure. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply want to work smarter, this conversation will inspire you to redefine resilience and achieve high-performance leadership that sustains—not drains—you.

Key Takeaways in this Episode:

• Understand the difference between resilience and survival mode - while they may appear similar externally, the internal dynamics are vastly different.
• Recognize the unseen costs of operating in survival mode and how it can quietly erode your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing over time.
• Learn Hannah's neuroscience-based, trauma-informed framework for addressing the root causes of burnout, not just the symptoms.
• Identify whether you are being driven by fear-based or desire-based motivation, and practical steps to shift towards a desire-driven mindset.
• Discover the role of self-awareness in addressing emotional challenges, and why taking responsibility for your reactions is key.
• Explore strategies for building true resilience, including the importance of rest, play, and nourishing your zone of genius.
• Embrace the necessity of support and self-care, recognizing that investing in yourself is the best investment you can make as a leader.

“Resilience is about more than enduring—it’s about adapting. It’s knowing when to push, when to pause, and when to pivot.” ~ Hannah Abad

About our Guest: 

Hannah Abad is the founder of Hannah Abad Coaching, 3x business owner, and a 13 year certified expert coach for visionary service driven leaders, guiding them at a core level out of depletion and survival mode into personal resilience, strength and healthy high achievement. Her proven and proprietary neuroscience and trauma informed methods have supported 100’s of leaders into powerful, lasting transformation. She is an advisor with Tailored Premier, a coach with The Honor Foundation, and her favorite, most meaningful titles are wife and mom. 

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