At the Breakpoint -Paper Version-

What if leading didn’t mean losing yourself?

In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes world, even the most accomplished leaders can hit a wall—caught between relentless pressure, unspoken expectations, and the fear of falling short.

At the Breakpoint is a practical, eye-opening guide to leading with clarity and resilience—without sacrificing your well-being.

Rooted in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), this book delivers a powerful toolkit to help you silence your inner critic, manage emotional overload, and stay grounded—even when everything feels on the line.

Through real-life examples, actionable insights, and a deeply human approach, Montse Rovira and Jorge Calvo will help you:

• Break free from anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout
• Rewire the thought patterns that undermine your leadership
• Lead with calm, confidence, and authenticity—no matter the pressure

Whether you’re a CEO, founder, or rising leader, this book will help you reconnect with your purpose—and lead from strength, not survival.

Because true leadership starts in the mind—not just the mission.

Contents

Introduction

Section I: The Mind at the Core of Leadership

1. Beyond Success
2. Leadership and Irrational Beliefs
3. Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) Applied to Leadership

Section II: Leaders at the Limit: Stories from the Front Line

4. Michael and the Legacy that Nearly Broke Him
5. Emily and the Overwhelming Worry
6. Alex and the Addiction to Social Networks
7. Valerie and Stage Fright
8. Anthony Altitude Sickness in Senior Management
9. Bing and the Speed of Entrepreneurial Success
10. Luca and Boundless Self-Indulgence

Section III: Leading with Purpose: Beyond Personal Limits

11. Leadership Material
12. A Conversation Between Masters: Peter Drucker, Stephen Covey and Albert Ellis
13. The 360^o Legacy: Leading Beyond Oneself
14. The 7 CLEAVER Habits

Epilogue: Leadership that Transcends

Appendix

The M-RIBS Scale