What if leadership wasn’t a title—but a test of who you are when everything’s stacked against you? In this deeply personal episode of Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb, I share my own journey of leadership—from the early days at West Point when I was told I didn’t belong, to the hard-won lessons that came from serving with and learning from incredible people in uniform and beyond. You’ll hear stories that reveal what real leadership looks like under pressure—why it’s not about shouting, rank, or...
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What if leadership wasn’t a title—but a test of who you are when everything’s stacked against you? In this deeply personal episode of Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb, I share my own journey of leadership—from the early days at West Point when I was told I didn’t belong, to the hard-won lessons that came from serving with and learning from incredible people in uniform and beyond. You’ll hear stories that reveal what real leadership looks like under pressure—why it’s not about shouting, rank, or...
Let's Talk About SHAME! – Transform Your Relationship with Stress by Releasing Shame
Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb
16 minutes
1 month ago
Let's Talk About SHAME! – Transform Your Relationship with Stress by Releasing Shame
Shame is sneaky. It creeps in when we’ve stumbled, when others judge, or when we’re hardest on ourselves. Left unchecked, it weighs us down, silences us, and steals our joy. But here’s the truth: shame doesn’t have to define you. In this episode of Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb, I’ll share the 3 R’s of Shame—simple, powerful steps to stop shame in its tracks, shift your perspective, and turn it into fuel for growth and service. Key takeaways: Stop shame from running wild in your mindSee the ...
Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb
What if leadership wasn’t a title—but a test of who you are when everything’s stacked against you? In this deeply personal episode of Stress Smarts with Colonel Deb, I share my own journey of leadership—from the early days at West Point when I was told I didn’t belong, to the hard-won lessons that came from serving with and learning from incredible people in uniform and beyond. You’ll hear stories that reveal what real leadership looks like under pressure—why it’s not about shouting, rank, or...
