Leading and Building Mindfully Part 2

In Part 2 of our conversation with The Honorable Cody Williams, we dive even deeper into the mental health side of leadership—the part nobody talks about. From navigating burnout to balancing fatherhood, civic duty, and legacy-building, Judge Williams opens up about what it takes to stay grounded when everyone is looking to you for answers.

This isn’t just about politics or policy—it’s about pivoting with purpose, responding to rejection, and doing the inner work required to lead outwardly with clarity. We unpack the challenges of public leadership, the toll of perception vs. reality, and the mental shifts required to keep moving when everything around you says stop.

You’ll hear us talk about:

• Why rest isn’t a luxury—it’s leadership
• How to pivot with grace, not guilt
• The difference between being a politician and being an elected official
• And why knowing what you want is foundational to showing up as a healthy, effective leader

This episode is real, raw, and full of takeaways that apply whether you’re leading a community, a company, a household—or just yourself.

Because the truth is, unchecked narratives around power, identity, and pressure can quietly sabotage our ability to lead. But with the right mindset, tools, and support, we can lead differently. We can lead mindfully.

This is If Left Unchecked…
I’m your host, Jason Gillette.
Let’s get into it.