The case for giving yourself permission to breathe, according to neuroscience

"While her research has focused primarily on women, the insights she shared have implications for how we support all high performers-regardless of gender. SOULA recently completed a pilot program with InDrive, a global unicorn with over 2,000 employees. The results were remarkable: 67% sustained engagement among participants-compared to the industry standard of just 3% for wellness apps like Calm or Headspace."

"Participants returned to the platform four to six times weekly for what Miranchuk calls 'self-reflection therapy'-brief, 10-minute sessions that don't require scheduling a therapist or waiting for a weekly coaching call. Here's what the data revealed-insights that can reshape how any leader thinks about sustaining high performance. Care before you push."

"Aflac's WorkForces Report from November 2024 referenced that burnout affected nearly 3 in 5 American workers with employees experiencing high levels of stress rising to 38% in 2024, up from 33% in 2023. The issue isn't effort or resources. It may simply be that we're solving for the wrong problem."

Organizations invest heavily in wellness initiatives, yet burnout continues rising, affecting nearly 60% of American workers with stress levels increasing from 33% to 38% between 2023 and 2024. SOULA, an AI-powered emotional support platform combining neuroscience and artificial intelligence, achieved 67% sustained engagement in a pilot with InDrive—vastly exceeding the 3% standard for traditional wellness apps. The platform offers brief, 10-minute self-reflection therapy sessions accessible without scheduling delays. Research indicates that sustainable high performance requires prioritizing genuine care and emotional support before pushing for optimization and achievement.

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