Monday Madness
- Tavia Robinson
- 1 hour ago
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Monday Madness | Leadership, Peace & Emotional Mastery
“I will know peace when I stop stewing in anger.” -Iyanla Vanzant
Anger is a natural human response—but unmanaged anger quietly erodes trust, clarity, and connection.
In leadership and life, what we don’t process often shows up in how we communicate, make decisions, and relate to others.
From a coaching lens, peace isn’t passive—it’s a practice of intentional choice, emotional regulation, and self-leadership.
If you desire peaceful, sustainable relationships, consider these mindset shifts:
Surrender judgment.
Release the narrative of who people should be. Judgment fuels frustration; curiosity builds understanding.
Release expectations; establish boundaries.
Healthy relationships thrive when expectations are communicated as needs—and boundaries are honored without guilt.
Communicate clearly and courageously.
When you name what you need and want, you empower others to choose how—and if—they engage.
Let go of control.
Control is often rooted in fear. Trust creates space for collaboration, mutual respect, and authentic connection.
As the Mayo Clinic reminds us:
“Control anger before it controls you.”
Emotional mastery is not about suppression—it’s about awareness, choice, and response.
Coaching Reflections to Spark Conversation
Where might unresolved anger be influencing your leadership presence or decision-making?
What expectations are you holding that may need to be reframed as boundaries?
How does releasing control create more peace—for you and those you lead?
What would change if you led from emotional clarity instead of reaction?
Consider discussing these questions with your team this week. Emotional intelligence isn’t a “soft skill”—it’s a leadership imperative, especially in politically charged and uncertain times.
Peace begins the moment you choose emotional mastery over emotional reaction.
You got this!
Coach Tavia, PCC, MSEd, MAT
References:
Vanzant, Iyanla. Until Today: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of Mind. Atria, 2020.
Mayo Clinic – Anger Management: 10 Tips to Tame Your Temper
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Tavia Robinson
EMPOWER COACHING & CONSULTING, LLC
732.743.5012
You got this!