<p dir="ltr">How do you unwind after a long day?</p> <p dir="ltr">What’s your favorite way to relax quickly?</p> <p dir="ltr">Today, Jay sits down with David Ko, the CEO of Calm and author of the groundbreaking book Recharge. Together, they unravel the complexities of stress, mental health, and how to create a fulfilling life in today’s fast-paced world.</p> <p dir="ltr">David shares his personal journey, from navigating childhood stress to becoming a leader who champions mental wellness. He introduces the “battery analogy,” a simple yet profound way to gauge our mental and emotional energy levels. Drawing from his book, David explains how understanding and managing our “battery” can transform our approach to stress, productivity, and personal growth.</p> <p dir="ltr">Jay and David discuss the power of presence, the necessity of balance, and how redefining stress—from harmful to helpful—can lead to resilience and growth. Their conversation dives deep into actionable strategies, such as creating rituals to recharge, fostering vulnerability at work, and redefining leadership to prioritize mental health. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this interview, you'll learn:</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Recognize When You Need to Recharge</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Foster Vulnerability in Leadership</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Balance Good Stress and Bad Stress</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Build a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Take Breaks for Better Productivity</p> <p dir="ltr">How to Identify and Remove Stress-Inducing Triggers</p> <p dir="ltr">Recharge your mind, body, and spirit—not just to keep going, but to thrive with purpose and joy. Prioritize yourself, because when you’re recharged, you’re unstoppable.</p> <p dir="ltr">With Love and Gratitude,</p> <p dir="ltr">Jay Shetty</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>What We Discuss:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 Intro</p> <p dir="ltr">02:10 What’s Something You’re not Calm About?</p> <p dir="ltr">03:31 How's Your Battery?</p> <p dir="ltr">05:42 The Four Battery Zones</p> <p dir="ltr">10:59 The Importance of Recharging</p> <p dir="ltr">14:24 Vulnerability in Leadership</p> <p dir="ltr">18:37 Good Stress vs Bad Stress</p> <p dir="ltr">25:25 Mental Health in the Workplace</p> <p dir="ltr">28:56 Listen and Become More Purposeful</p> <p dir="ltr">28:57 How to Take Care of Your Team</p> <p dir="ltr">30:44 Supporting Employees’ Mental Health</p> <p dir="ltr">38:10 Tools for Managing Burnout</p> <p dir="ltr">44:19 How Do You Deal with Stress?</p> <p dir="ltr">52:02 Put Your Focus on Healthy Stress </p> <p dir="ltr">53:27 Daily Practices for Recharging</p> <p dir="ltr">01:01:42 What is a Quality Decision?</p> <p dir="ltr">01:07:08 David on Final Five</p> <p dir="ltr">01:14:90 Is Your Battery Full?</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Episode Resources:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">David Ko | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedavidko">Instagram</a></p> <p dir="ltr">David Ko | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveko/">LinkedIn</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Calm | <a href="https://www.calm.com/">Website</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Calm | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/calm">Instagram</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Calm | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/calm">Facebook</a></p> <p>Calm | <a href="https://x.com/calm">X</a></p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>