Everything you'd like to know about Founders Who Thrive, our mission, tools and programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Understanding Founder Burnout

What is founder burnout exactly?

Why are founders particularly vulnerable to burnout?

What are the early warning signs of founder burnout?

How is founder burnout different from stress?

Can burnout actually affect my company's success?

Is it too late if I'm already burned out?

What is Emotional Mastery

What is emotional mastery?

Why is emotional mastery important for founders?

How does emotional suppression affect founders?

What does 'feeling your emotions' actually mean?

Can I still be a strong leader if I'm 'feeling my feelings'?

What role does emotional mastery play in decision-making?

Why This Matters For Startups and VC's

Why should VCs care about founder mental health?

How does founder burnout affect company culture?

What's the ROI of investing in founder well-being?

Should accelerators include mental health support?

How can startup ecosystems better support founder mental health?

Understanding Somatics

What is somatic work?

Why can't I just think my way through burnout?

What does somatic work look like in practice?

How is somatic work different from mindfulness?

What is the connection between somatics and emotional mastery?

Is there research supporting somatic approaches?

The Research & Science

What research supports your approach?

What does the research say about founder mental health?

What is Polyvagal Theory and why does it matter for founders?

How does chronic stress affect the brain and body?

Can nervous system regulation actually be learned?

What's the connection between trauma and founder behavior?

Advocacy & Speaking

Does Founders Who Thrive do speaking engagements?

Can you do workshops for our accelerator or portfolio companies?

Are you building a community?

How can I support the Founders Who Thrive mission?

Tools & Resources

What free tools do you offer?

Do you offer anything besides the REWIRED program?

Can I access REWIRED content without joining a cohort?

How do I stay updated on new offerings?