In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I sat down with two of our leaders, Carolina and Scott to talk about how their personal disciplines—energy work and martial arts—help them stay resilient and present, especially in high-pressure work environments.
Right away, Carolina reframes the idea that wellness happens “outside of work”:
“I think the whole purpose and point is that it’s actually part of work.”
She explains how energy work, like the Eden Energy Medicine practice she follows, helps her recognize when energy is “stuck”—physically or emotionally. By activating energy points in the body, she finds clarity, balance, and the ability to reset in real-time.
“Our internal state directly impacts the way we present ourselves to others, consciously or subconsciously.”
Scott’s martial arts practice—Aikido—and Zazen meditation offer a similar kind of grounding but with a different lens. His training centers on presence and redirection.
“When we’re locking wrists or throwing people across the room, you’ve got to be right there. A distraction creates injury.”
In business, that translates to managing stress, reacting constructively to pressure, and coaching teams with compassion. Scott and Carolina bring mindfulness into their work—helping leaders anticipate how changes land emotionally for their teams.
What does this look like in practice?
- Carolina builds “energy resets” into her day—especially when she feels a mental or physical shift.
- Scott treats his coffee ritual as a form of meditation: “That five minutes is restful for me. It’s calming. It’s a break from the noise.”
- “You can shift your energy—by movement, music, or sharing space with others who are centered,” Carolina reminds us. “Joy begets joy.”
- Both model vulnerability and self-awareness as leaders—showing that transformation starts from within.
Ultimately, the takeaway is clear: grounding isn’t a luxury—it’s how we sustain performance, support others, and stay human in the face of pressure.