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Decision Point: The Moment Leaders Are Born
The Psychology of Leadership in the Face of Trauma & Tragedy. Every leader has a moment when the choice is made. What you decide next defines everything.
The challenge
Why this talk, why now
Burnout, loss, disruption, and uncertainty test every team. Most people are never taught how to turn hard moments into fuel. When Dr. P was seven, his older brother Danny was killed, and he made a decision that shaped his life, his purpose, and his path to a Super Bowl championship. Drawing on his book, Dr. P shows audiences how the brain responds to adversity and how to choose resilience on purpose.
Pairs with a book signing or bulk book bundle for attendees. Confirm availability and bulk pricing
Your audience will
- Recognize their own “decision points” and the power they hold in them
- Understand the psychology behind trauma, stress, and recovery
- Build a personal game plan to live as “the Champion of Your Life”
- Reduce the stigma around mental health and seeking help
Ideal for
- Opening & closing general sessions
- Resilience & wellbeing programs
- Healthcare
- First responders
- Education
- Mental Health Awareness events
Formats
Keynote · Workshop · Virtual. Customized after a discovery call. Confirm lengths
Dr. P on stage at the 2026 Mile High SHRM Annual HR Conference. Topic-specific clip for this keynote needed
I appreciated Dr. Perea's message as a parent, a coach and an educator. It has been 2 years since I have heard him speak, and I still have huge takeaways.
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