# The Only Thing You Truly Control

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Podcast: [People. Process. Progress.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/own-move-anchor-mindset-leadership-kevin-pannell-844951)
Published: 2026-04-03T11:11:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.show/poeopleprocessprogress/episode/153783744/
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## Resource

This Foundation Friday, Control Your Reactions Before They Control You, builds on the concept of the space between reaction and response and brings it into real life. Through a simple but relatable moment at home, Kevin walks through how quickly reaction can take over and how a brief pause can completely change the outcome. He connects this to leadership, meetings, and high-pressure situations where tone, control, and clarity matter most. You’ll learn how to recognize that space, how to use it, and a simple breathing tool to help you stay composed when it counts. This is about building the reps to respond with intention, at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

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