Executive coach and researcher Marina Morgan (Morgan Impact) joins me to explore what few founders talk about openly—entrepreneurial trauma—and how resilience, not hustle, becomes your survival skill in an age of constant disruption.
Marina works with leaders to navigate emotional recovery after layoffs, bankruptcies, and burnout—real losses that rarely get social support. Together we unpack how AI, rapid change, and relentless uncertainty are reshaping not just business models, but our nervous systems.
The conversation moves from neurophysiology to leadership—why trauma isn’t just mental, how adaptation speed varies person to person, and why founders need to treat resilience like revenue: measurable, trackable, and intentional.
TL;DR
Entrepreneurial trauma: Failure leaves real physiological marks—acknowledge them.
AI stress loop: Fast tech shifts can outpace human adaptability.
Preventive care: Sleep, nutrition, and movement fuel better decisions.
Control what’s controllable: Focus energy on what you can change.
Resilience is ROI: Strong nervous systems create stronger companies.
Professional help matters: When reactions don’t fit reality, therapy restores alignment.
Memorable lines
“Trauma isn’t just in your head—it’s in your MRI.”
“AI change is faster than our ability to adapt.”
“Your physical condition is your first strategy.”
“Resilience isn’t luck—it’s management.”
Guest:
Marina Morgan — Founder, Morgan Impact
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinamorgan-sf/
Website: https://themorganimpact.com/
Why it matters
Entrepreneurs experience real trauma—but rarely name it. As AI accelerates change, the leaders who will thrive aren’t the toughest—they’re the most self-aware, regulated, and resilient.
Call to Action
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