The Stillness Series - Part 1: Why Leaders Must Retreat to Advance

In this first episode of The Stillness Series, Manny Teran breaks down the powerful—but often overlooked—principle of stillness and its essential role in high-performance leadership. Drawing from Stoic wisdom and modern neuroscience, Manny explores how stepping back, slowing down, and creating intentional space in your life is not weakness—it's strategy. He shares personal stories of emotional growth, explains why leaders feel like they “can’t afford” to stop, and dismantles that myth with both science and experience. You’ll hear about: The Stoic mindset on stillness as a leadership tool How time in nature recharges your clarity and creativity Why busyness is often just disguised insecurity The neuroscience behind stillness and decision-making How to intentionally create space in your calendar for power moves and inner alignment If you’re a founder, leader, or operator stuck in endless execution—this is your wake-up call. Stillness isn’t a pause. It’s a power-up.