4) My Body, My Choice: Tracing the Full Impact of Where We Draw the Line

4) My Body, My Choice: Tracing the Full Impact of Where We Draw the Line

4) My Body, My Choice: Tracing the Full Impact of Where We Draw the LineJessica Jo Stenquist MPA, LCSW, ICF PCC
Published on: 10/03/2026

"My body, my choice" is true. The harder question is: Can you trace the full impact of your position—ALL the way through? Not just the parts that feel good. That's the real work of thinking clearly about complex systems.

The Human Impact Council
Why "Calm Down" Never Works (And What Does)

Why "Calm Down" Never Works (And What Does)

Why "Calm Down" Never Works (And What Does)Jessica Jo Stenquist MPA, LCSW, ICF PCC
Published on: 05/03/2026

"Calm down" doesn't work because your nervous system can't meet that demand when dysregulated. Learn why logic fails during activation, what your body actually when it is activated, and regulation strategies that work with your brain.

Nervous System & Regulation
What Your Body Knows Before Your Brain Does: The Science of Stress Signatures

What Your Body Knows Before Your Brain Does: The Science of Stress Signatures

What Your Body Knows Before Your Brain Does: The Science of Stress SignaturesJessica Jo Stenquist MPA, LCSW, ICF PCC
Published on: 05/03/2026

Your body responds to stress before your conscious mind catches up. Learning to recognize your stress signature—the unique pattern your body goes into when activated—lets you intervene early. Catch it before you're flooded; you choose your response.

Nervous System & Regulation
Secure Leaders Build Secure Teams

Secure Leaders Build Secure Teams

Secure Leaders Build Secure TeamsJessica Jo Stenquist MPA, LCSW, ICF PCC
Published on: 05/03/2026

Secure leaders build secure teams by providing clarity, staying emotionally present, normalizing mistakes, and repairing after conflict. Learn how attachment theory applies to leadership and one practice to build psychological safety this week.

Relationships & Attachment