You’ll learn: • Why emotional toxicity spreads faster than you think (Yale research inside) • The 4 types of toxic stakeholder behavior leaders must filter • The FIREWALL framework to filter pressure without damaging relationships • Why “professionalism” often fails as protection—and what to use instead 💬 Reflective Prompt: Which of the 4 emotional threats is currently draining your team the most? Drop it in the comments. 📌 For speaking inquiries or consulting engagements, visit: https://www.drcara.net/ 🔁 Share this with a leader who’s navigating emotional overload. #ConnectedLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #ToxicWorkCulture #ExecutiveLeadership #BurnoutPrevention #LeadershipFramework #teamresilience 0:00 – Invisible Threats to High-Performing Teams 00:31 – Why Traditional Leadership Advice Fails 01:43 – My Wake-Up Call: When My Team Almost Collapsed 03:18 – Emotional Firewalls: The Leadership Skill You’re Missing 05:54 – 4 Emotional Threats Leaders Must Filter 08:14 – The FIREWALL Framework (Step-by-Step) 16:50 – Boundaries Aren’t Disconnection—they’re Protection 15:29 – Your Leadership Challenge 17:54 – Final Words: Grace, Control, and Connection