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An honest plug (and a better investment than a TV)

Published 4 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends,

Connor here with an honest plug for something I'm really proud of.

In the lead up to Black Friday, when everyone is scrambling to buy last-minute items they don't actually need, why not choose to invest in yourself instead?

Allow me to share one great way to do just that: apply for the second cohort of The Inner Operating System!

The program starts January 20th. If you're feeling the end-of-year burnout creeping in, this might be the reset you need to start the new year with intention rather than exhaustion.

I've spoken to a ton of readers of this newsletter over the past year (thank you all!), and a few of you joined the first cohort over the summer.

One of them was Madeleine. When I read transformations like hers, it reminds me why I do this type of work:

“I used to work nonstop, constantly running from one task to the next. I felt stressed about both work and personal matters and was tired all the time.
Now, I make conscious decisions throughout the day... I manage my stress cycles and feel more focused and intentional in what I do. I’ve learned to prioritize myself, which has made me a better employee, partner, and friend. I’m more present, my actions feel more meaningful, and I have much more energy.
Overall, I feel content, satisfied, and in charge of my life again. I highly recommend this course - it truly made a difference.”

The goal of this course is simple: to help driven professionals move from feeling scattered, stressed, and overwhelmed to feeling more focused, energized, present, and in control.

If lately you’ve felt yourself:

  • Constantly reacting to everything around you, with little control over your time and attention
  • Spread too thin, overwhelmed by endless demands
  • Mentally foggy or physically drained, no matter how hard you try to push through
  • Struggling to switch off, even when you want to rest and be present

And if deep down, you’d love to experience:

  • More clarity in how you think, plan, and make decisions
  • A steadier mind and more consistent energy throughout the day
  • A deeper sense of intention and focus, instead of feeling reactive and rushed
  • Genuine presence with the people you care about

Then this may be the right program for you!

If you’re curious and want to learn more, you can book a discovery call with me.

What you'll learn in The Inner Operating System:

  • Clarity & Awareness: Learn how to observe your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with more precision so you can understand your patterns and make wiser choices.
  • Nervous System Regulation: Use proven body-based tools (e.g. breath, movement, stress-cycle completion) to shift your physiological state in minutes and reduce reactivity during challenging moments.​
  • Attention & Focus Training: Train your brain using evidence-based practices to improve your cognitive control and deepen your capacity for meaningful work.​
  • Energy & Rhythm Optimization: Apply the science of ultradian rhythms and recovery cycles to structure your days in a way that supports sustainable performance without burning out.
  • Reflection & Alignment: Develop a regular practice of reflection so you can integrate insights, align your daily actions with your values, and build a personal operating system that supports long-term, sustainable change.​

If you're feeling called to make a change, I'd love to support you.

​You can book a discovery call here.

I'll be back next week with a special invite to one of my favorite annual traditions.

Thanks!

Connor

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