In this powerful conversation, entrepreneur, speaker, and stress coach Luke Mathers shares transformative insights on why stress isn’t the real problem – it’s how we recover from it that matters. Drawing from his business journey, Luke unpacks how stress, when harnessed correctly, can sharpen our focus, build resilience, and actually lead to better outcomes. But without the right recovery habits, even the most successful business owners can spiral into burnout, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation.
You’ll learn about Luke’s unique alter ego strategy, the importance of designing systems for recovery, and why getting clear on your values is essential to living and working on purpose. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or feeling the early signs of burnout, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom on how to reset, regulate, and rise.
In this episode:
- [00:00] Introduction to Luke Mathers and his business background
- [02:40] The moment Luke realised stress wasn’t the problem
- [05:10] Why recovery matters more than reducing stress
- [08:35] Creating systems and habits to manage stress cycles
- [12:20] A tool for emotional regulation
- [17:00] Using stress as a compass, not a curse
- [20:45] How to improve your “recovery game”
- [29:50] Making space for clarity and decision-making
- [34:10] How Luke’s insights apply to everyday business challenges
- [39:00] The link between emotional control and business performance.
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