Oct 29, 2025
Change can be daunting, but learning how to effectively navigate uncertainty and discomfort is essential for leaders who want to grow their mindset, shift from panic to curiosity, and show up as their best selves for their team.
In this episode, take a deep dive into the psychology of change
with Anne Bonney, a certified speaking professional, leadership
expert, and TEDx speaker who specializes in helping leaders
navigate change. She covers topics like how leaders can shift their
mindset to thrive in uncertainty, how to manage the fear of the
unknown, and why understanding the human brain’s reaction to change
is key to effective leadership.
2:10 – Our brains react to uncertainty by triggering fear in the
amygdala, but we can contradict this by shifting our thinking into
the prefrontal cortex
5:35 – To cultivate curiosity and self-awareness, leaders need to
embrace discomfort and aversion
7:30 – Practice getting out of your comfort zone with small,
low-risk actions
10:00 – In moments of stress or uncertainty, take a pause
12:45 – With trust-based leadership, you can attract and retain Gen
Z talent
16:20 – Gen Z thinks differently than other generations, so you may
need to shift your thinking to meet their needs
19:15 – In times of changes, leaders need to be self-aware
21:30 – You must model the behavior you want to see in your
team
Connect with Anne Bonney
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