S1 E9: Leading Under Pressure: Using EI to Reduce Workplace Stress

Workplace stress is often treated like a badge of honor—but the cost shows up in burnout, poor decisions, and strained relationships. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV, we sit down with April Wyett, Holistic Wellness Coach and founder of Living With Intention, to explore a different approach to emotional intelligence—one that starts in the body, not just the mind. With over 15 years in holistic health, April shares how stored stress and unresolved tension quietly shape the way we lead, communicate, and show up at work. We talk about why stress becomes normalized in workplace culture, how it impacts emotional regulation and decision-making, and what leaders can do to create calmer, more resilient teams. April also introduces practical, body-based tools leaders and professionals can use to regulate stress, increase self-awareness, and lead with greater clarity and intention. This conversation is grounded, practical, and deeply relevant for leaders who want healthier teams without sacrificing performance. If you’re ready to rethink emotional intelligence and address stress at its root, this episode will challenge—and equip—you to lead differently