Send us a text In Episode 8 of The Hero Arc Series, Shae teaches one of the most practical and transformative skills in the entire arc: daily presence. Most people live on autopilot; reactive, distracted, emotionally unstable, waiting for someone else to tell them what to do. Presence breaks that cycle. This episode gives you a simple, one-minute practice that shifts you from unconscious reactivity to intentional action. Shae walks you through a complete presence protocol you can use any time during the day to: Slow your heart rateRegulate your nervous systemMake better decisionsStay grounded in your identity and purposeOverride emotional impulsesShow up intentionally for the people who matterThis is a small practice with massive returns. ⭐ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN1. Why most adults are living like children in adult bodies Running patterns, avoiding responsibility, and hoping someone else will save them. 2. Presence = power When you're present, you stop reacting and start choosing. 3. Calm is a physiological skill You can train your nervous system to stay stable under stress — it’s not just a personality trait. 4. Strengthening your prefrontal cortex Every time you return your attention to the moment, you literally build the circuits for emotional regulation and impulse control. 5. Tim Ferriss’ fear-setting principle Suffering is often imagined. Reality is usually a “2 or 3 out of 10,” not a “10.” 6. The complete Presence Practice A daily protocol you can run in 60–90 seconds: STEP 1: The Physiological Sigh A fast way to relax the body and clear the mind. STEP 2: Body Scan Tune into tension, intuition, and your body's signals. STEP 3: Name It, Blame It, Tame It (from Paul Chek) Identify the emotional pattern, acknowledge it, and release its control. STEP 4: Set Your Direction Not goals: state. Decide how you want to show up for the next hour, conversation, workout, or moment. ⭐ CHALLENGE OF THE WEEKFor the next 7 days, run the presence practice once per day. It takes one minute. The goal: practice intention, not perfection. BreatheScanName it, blame it, tame itChoose your stateSmall reps build massive emotional strength. Support the show 👉 If this episode hit home, please leave a 5-star review, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you don’t miss future life-changing conversations. For any and all of your high quality supplement needs check out our store on Thorne Supplements Until next time, go get uncomfortable. Schedule a free strategy call with us at EnlightenedAthlete.com to learn how we can help you build the best version of yourself through exercise & movement programs, stress management, breathwork, and nutrition coaching! Connect with us or send in your story submissions by shooting us an email at info@enlightenedathlete.com Find Shae on Facebook HERE Follow us on Instagram HERE
