3 Ways to Recharge Your Battery & 3 Daily Practices to Reduce Stress by 100% with the CEO of Calm @davidko

How do you unwind after a long day?

What’s your favorite way to relax quickly?

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.

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.

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. 

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Recognize When You Need to Recharge

How to Foster Vulnerability in Leadership

How to Balance Good Stress and Bad Stress

How to Build a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace

How to Take Breaks for Better Productivity

How to Identify and Remove Stress-Inducing Triggers

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.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00Intro

02:10What’s Something You’re not Calm About?

03:31How's Your Battery?

05:42The Four Battery Zones

10:59The Importance of Recharging

14:24Vulnerability in Leadership

18:37Good Stress vs Bad Stress

25:25Mental Health in the Workplace

28:56Listen and Become More Purposeful

28:57How to Take Care of Your Team

30:44Supporting Employees’ Mental Health

38:10Tools for Managing Burnout

44:19How Do You Deal with Stress?

52:02Put Your Focus on Healthy Stress 

53:27Daily Practices for Recharging

01:01:42What is a Quality Decision?

01:07:08David on Final Five

01:14:90Is Your Battery Full?

Episode Resources:

David Ko | Instagram

David Ko | LinkedIn

Calm | Website

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