In this episode, Paul and Matt explore what readiness really means at work—and why it’s not the same as wellbeing or wellness. They unpack why traditional wellness programs often fail to resonate with everyone, introduce the idea of “focused energy,” and explain how daily practices can recharge your “brain battery” to stay effective in an unpredictable world.

Five Key Learnings:

• Readiness is the ability to consistently bring focused energy to your work—not just feeling well, but being able to perform.
• Wellbeing and wellness matter, but they can feel exclusionary or irrelevant for many employees—readiness reframes the idea.
• Your energy naturally fluctuates; readiness means knowing your baseline and working within it.
• Thinking of your mind like a “brain battery” helps visualize how rest, movement, and social connection recharge your energy.
• A simple daily habit—like spending 10 minutes outside, without devices—can improve focus, energy, and even sleep.

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