When pressure hits, do you fight, flee, freeze, or appease? In this episode of Off Topic, But On Point, Odette de Beer is joined by Dr. Janine Do Cabo and Ps. Christo Pretorius to unpack how our default stress responses show up in business and leadership. From bats in the living room to boardroom battles, they share personal stories and practical upgrades, turning raw instinct into intentional leadership. Discover the “3 Rs of Response” and how to reframe survival mode into your leadership superpower.

00:00 Introduction to Off Topic, but on point

00:59 A Funny Story About Fear Responses

01:59 Understanding Default Responses to Stress

02:57 Defining Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Appease

04:31 Redirecting Instincts in Business and Relationships

08:19 The Impact of Fight Mode on Teams

10:50 Perso ...