Catching Your Breath

How to lead yourself in an always-on world

Hassled. Stretched. Never switched off. Sound familiar? What would it feel like to finally catch your breath, and what more becomes possible when you do?

Free live session · Friday 5th June · 1pm UK · 50 minutes via Zoom

Catching Your Breath is the first of Ian McDermott’s monthly springboard sessions: 50 minutes of clear thinking, drawn from 35+ years of working with people navigating change. Not a sales pitch. Not a teaser. Practical insight you can use the same day.

What you'll explore

Why so many people are feeling overwhelmed by pace right now, and why it isn't a reflection of your capability
How a deliberate pause unlocks a clearer quality of thinking and action
What else becomes possible when you actually know how to be present
The difference between reacting to the world around you and genuinely leading yourself within it
How to find your own way to pause, so it works under real pressure, not just in theory

The pressure to keep up has never been greater. Too often, we’re being urged to push harder, do more, even sleep less.

All this straining misses the point. The skills that matter most when everything moves fast are human ones: presence, judgment, holding attention, helping people think differently. These are learnable skills. And they matter now more than ever, not despite AI and uncertainty, but because of it. What’s more, they’re backed by neuroscience. And they don’t ask you to add anything to your already busy schedule. They ask you to build on what you’ve already got.

Your human skills are your most durable asset. They're also learnable.

Ian McDermott

Ian McDermott has dedicated his life to giving people the tools to deal with the challenges they face and the necessary skills to create their own solutions. Ian is renowned for his unique ability to make learning simple and fun, to rekindle people’s curiosity and confidence and for his compassionate teaching style that helps people truly feel more at ease in themselves and the roles they find themselves in.

Ian is the founder of International Teaching Seminars (ITS) and a leadership, innovation and collaboration consultant. He has trained a generation of NLP Practitioners, NLP Master Practitioners and Coaches, who are working all over the world. His 15 books have been translated into 20+ languages.

What others say

I am learning to create space between stimulus and response instead of reacting automatically.

Sally

The programme taught me to stop trying to have all the answers and give space for them to come to me.

Michelle

I feel lighter, more assured and more able to trust myself.

Bethan

I realised I can create a future that feels exciting rather than overwhelming.

Ashley

What if it's my first session?

You’re very welcome, whether this is your first or your fifteenth. You’re not behind, you’re not alone. No prep needed, no prior experience required, no pressure to speak. Just turn up, listen, and take what’s useful.

The basics

Friday 5th June 2026, 1:00 PM UK

50 minutes

Live online via Zoom

Free

Anyone navigating pace, change or pressure who senses they’re capable of more

FAQ

Will there be a Q&A?

Yes, ask as we go along. Bring your questions, or chip in as they arise.

Will there be more sessions like this?

Yes, this is the launch of our monthly springboard series, so don’t miss out.

Can I invite friends and colleagues?

Please do, anyone curious is welcome. Just forward or share this link.

Will the recording be available?

Yes, for a limited time to everyone who registers. Though in a world of competing priorities, showing up live is its own statement of intent to yourself. It’s tempting to think “I’ll just watch the recording.” But will you…? And you can’t beat the real energy of a live session. You’ll always find a reason not to come if you look for one.