Escape Feels Like Speed (Eric Rogell) | 366

You say you want speed. 
But what you really want is relief.

So you chase what feels lighter. New ideas. New paths. New distractions.

It feels like movement. But it quietly slows you down.

In this conversation with Eric, we expose why losing focus is not a productivity problem. It is a fear problem.

And what it actually takes to stay with the one thing that matters when escape feels easier.

Eric Rogell is a bestselling author and leadership expert who has spent years studying courage, presence, and what separates real strength from performative motion.

INSIDE THE EPISODE

• Why focus starts to feel heavy
When pressure rises, your nervous system looks for relief. Distraction feels like speed, but it is not.

• The hidden reason leaders drift
Focus breaks when staying present requires courage. Escape is easier than commitment.

• Where the old approach fails
More discipline does not fix fear. Trying harder only adds weight.

• The distinction that changes everything
Focus is not about forcing attention. It is about choosing courage over comfort.

• What to notice going forward
Anytime something shiny pulls you away, ask what you are avoiding, not what you are missing.

THIS EPISODE IS FOR

• Founders who feel busy but slower than they used to
• Leaders jumping between ideas that all feel urgent
• High performers mistaking relief for progress
• Anyone who knows their real work but keeps stepping away from it

WHAT TO DO NEXT

• Share this with the founder who keeps changing direction but says they want momentum. Ask them this: “What would happen if you stayed?”
• Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/
• Book a Pattern Break Session on his LinkedIn page to feel the shift yourself.

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed. 

But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.

Most founders try to outwork that slowdown. It only burns them out.

The truth is simple.

Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.

This show helps you fix that.

Stop outworking the slowdown. Upgrade the machine. 

We make hyper-performance simple and accessible for every founder ready to unlock real speed.

Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance.
 All examples and stories are illustrative. Some stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
 Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
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