8 Ways to Stay Calm During A Crisis | Lewis Howes and Matt Cesaratto

Staying Calm

Lewis Howes and Matt Cesaratto emphasize the importance of staying calm during crises. They suggest practical steps like meditation, prayer, and setting daily intentions to maintain a composed demeanor. Matt highlights the role of individual leadership in communities, advocating for calm and supportive responses to fear and chaos 1. Lewis shares his personal experience of managing stress and avoiding panic, underscoring the need for conscious awareness and common-sense precautions 2.

When someone comes to me with this type of information, I'm going to choose to respond in calm because that's what's going to get us through it in a better way.

--- Lewis Howes

   

Compassion

Compassion and connection are crucial during times of crisis. Matt advises listening to others and offering emotional support, rather than avoiding or deflecting their concerns. Lewis stresses the importance of checking in with family and friends, and supporting local businesses affected by the crisis 3. They both agree that showing kindness and understanding can help alleviate fear and anxiety in others 4.

Be a leader in this experience, not someone who just follows the crowd of being scared and nervous all the time.

--- Lewis Howes

   

Positive Mindset

Maintaining a positive mindset is essential for navigating crises effectively. Lewis and Matt discuss the importance of staying abundant and finding ways to give to others, even in challenging times. They highlight the need for businesses to be financially prudent while continuing to support their teams and communities 5. Matt emphasizes the significance of not falling into a scarcity mindset and instead focusing on growth and compassion 6.

You cannot control what happens in your world or in your life, but you can control how you respond to every situation.

--- Lewis Howes