Mastering Stress: How to Transform Pressure into Confidence and Ease (new podcast episode)
Stress is often seen as something to manage, but what if it could be something you master?
In the latest episode of SoulBiz BFF, I had a powerful conversation with Dat Tran, stress coach, business owner, and founder of the Extraordinary Method. Dat’s story is one that many high-achieving professionals and entrepreneurs will recognize—long hours, mounting expectations, and the unrelenting pressure to perform. After experiencing corporate burnout at Microsoft, he discovered a radically different way to approach stress, one that turns it into a tool for growth, clarity, and ease.
The Hidden Cost of Stress in Business and Leadership
Stress doesn’t just impact health and well-being; it affects decision-making, confidence, and performance. Entrepreneurs and corporate leaders often push through exhaustion, believing stress is an unavoidable part of success. But unchecked stress leads to burnout, decreased creativity, and an inability to show up fully in business and life.
Dat’s approach challenges the idea that stress is the enemy. Instead, he teaches that stress mastery is a skill that can be cultivated, leading to greater resilience, focus, and fulfillment.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
- How Stress Affects Confidence and Decision-Making
Chronic stress can lead to doubt, hesitation, and reactive decision-making. Learning how to shift your state in real time helps you move forward with clarity and purpose. - The 10-Second Breath Technique for Instant Mindset Shifts
A simple yet powerful breathing technique can reset your nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and help you make better decisions under pressure. - Why Being Extraordinary is a Skill, Not a Trait
Success isn’t about innate talent; it’s about cultivating habits and mindsets that create extraordinary results over time. - The Power of Attunement and Focusing on the Extraordinary
What you focus on expands. Dat explains how shifting your attention to what is possible—rather than what is stressful—can completely transform your experience. - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Owning Your Brilliance
Many high achievers struggle with feeling like they are not enough. Dat shares strategies to move past self-doubt and step into your full potential.
Why This Conversation Matters
Burnout and stress are some of the biggest challenges for business owners and professionals today. Learning how to work with stress rather than against it can be the key to unlocking confidence, energy, and long-term success. Whether you are navigating leadership challenges, growing a business, or simply seeking more ease in your day-to-day life, this episode provides practical tools to help you shift your approach.
