Emotions rise fast. If you don’t catch the moment, they can take the wheel. In this episode, we explore emotional sobriety — the skill of feeling fully without reacting impulsively. You’ll learn why the pause matters, how to create space between stimulus and response, and what Nelson Mandela’s restraint can teach us about staying grounded under pressure. A practical guide to steadying yourself so you can respond with clarity instead of being carried by the moment.