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Our mind is a powerful tool, but sometimes, it can work against us. We've all heard of IQ and EQ, but what about PQ?

Positive Intelligence is the newest mental tool to change those pesky inner critical voices for good. In today's episode we're exploring Positive Intelligence which refers to a concept developed by Shirzad Chamine, which focuses on the balance between your "Saboteurs" and your "Sages" in your mind.

According to Chamine:

• Saboteurs: are the negative inner voices or thought patterns that undermine one's confidence, resilience, and overall well-being. They can manifest as self-doubt, fear, perfectionism, and other forms of negativity.

• Sages: On the other hand, your Sages are the positive inner voices that represent your wisdom, resilience, and inner strength. They help you navigate challenges with clarity, empathy, creativity, and confidence.

Positive intelligence involves recognizing and managing your Saboteurs while amplifying the voice of your Sages. It's about cultivating a mindset that fosters self-awareness, emotional agility, and a positive outlook on life. By mastering positive intelligence, you can overcome obstacles, achieve your goals, and live a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

The 10 Saboteurs:

1. The Judge
2. The Controller
3. The Victim
4. The Avoider
5. The Hyper-Achiever
6. The Pleaser
7. The Stickler
8. The Hyper-Rational
9. The Restless
10. The Hyper-Vigilant

The 5 Sage Powers:

1. The Sage of Empathy
2. The Sage of Explore
3. The Sage of Innovate
4. The Sage of Navigate
5. The Sage of Activate

As always, I end the episode with two practical and creative actionable insights that you can apply to your life the minute you're done listening.

Happy Listening!

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