AI is not just a tool. It is a force multiplier. But when implemented without guardrails, it becomes a liability. Gartner predicts that by 2025, 50 percent of enterprises will face AI-related regulatory fines (McAndrew, 2025). That statistic should alarm us, but it should also clarify the opportunity.
Resilience isn’t about pushing through or muscling up. It’s about reclaiming agency. Our nervous system needs what I call “psychological space”—a rhythm of pause and reflection that allows us to engage our prefrontal cortex and override fear-driven reactions. The soul thrives in that space.
We often hear that AI is failing to meet expectations, but that’s not the real issue. The real problem is leadership alignment and the culture of execution.
Fatigue and decision fatigue are becoming increasingly evident, manifesting in everything from short tempers to declining performance.