The Stressed Leader
In this deeply personal and practical episode, Pastor Brian Houston reflects on the inevitable pressures that come with leadership—and life itself. Drawing on Scripture, lived experience, and candid stories from his own journey, Pastor Brian unpacks what it means to be a stressed leader—and how to avoid becoming a distressed one. From embracing pressure to understanding your limits, identifying stress signals, and building in rest, rhythms, and laughter, Pastor Brian offers ten powerful principles to help leaders not only survive, but lead well through tension and challenge. Whether you're a high-capacity leader feeling the RPMs rise or simply navigating the day-to-day pressures of life, this episode will encourage, ground, and guide you toward healthy, Spirit-led leadership. Key Takeaways: The difference between stress and distress How to identify your personal stress signals Why rest, laughter, and spiritual rhythms are non-negotiable The power of delegation, community, and emotional awareness How to walk through life’s valleys without being taken out by them “There’s no such thing as an unstressed leader—but there is such a thing as a wise one.” Subscribe to Leadership & Other Stuff with Brian Houston on YouTube. If you would like Pastor Brian to speak at your church or conduct a Leadership Roundtable, you can send an email with your inquiry at bbhouston@jesusfollowers.tv Support Our Ministry JesusFollowersTV: If you feel led to partner with us, your generosity will help us continue our work. Visit our Website. Connect with Us: https://www.brianandbobbie.com/contact