Dr. Cara brings 25+ years of clinical, executive, and consulting experience across global industries to help leaders lead with grace, truth, and acceptance. 💬 Join the conversation: Have you witnessed emotional contagion at work? Which virus resonated most—and what will you do differently? Comment below. 👇 ⏱️ Timestamps & Key Moments: 00:00 – Introduction: The Hidden Barrier to Team Success 01:59 – The Story of Jennifer: A Leader’s Silent Resistance 03:30 – Emotional Contagion is a Viral Pattern 03:51 – The 4 Emotional Viruses You Must Know 03:58 – Virus 1: The Chaos Amplifier 04:47 – Virus 2: The Perfectionism Plague 05:32 – Virus 3: The Disconnection Drift 06:18 – Virus 4: The Change Resistance Plague 07:34 – The CLEAR Method: 5 Steps to Stop the Spread 07:36 – C – Check Your Emotional Temperature 08:16 – L – Lighten Your Emotional Load 09:51 – E – Enter with Emotional Intention 10:28 – A – Acknowledge What Is Real 11:49 – R – Respond from Your Leadership Center 13:02 –Addressing Real Concerns Without Spreading Resistance 13:34 – What Happens When You Lead With Emotional Clarity 16:51 – Your 5-Day Challenge: Practice the CLEAR Method

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