What It Looks Like: A CEO is challenged on strategy in front of peers. He instinctively prepares a sharp, rehearsed defense. The room tightens. Trust shrinks.   After the Behavior is Integrated: He pauses. Breathes. Makes eye contact. Says: “That’s a strong question. I’d like to sit with it before I answer.” The tone shifts. The room settles. Tension becomes trust.   Behavioral Impact:

Reframes urgency as wisdom: Shows that thoughtful responses carry more weight than immediate reactions. Models...