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Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceOvercoming Trauma through Faith, Love, and Acceptance with Erik AllenOvercoming Trauma through Faith, Love, and Acceptance with Erik AllenJoin us as Erik shares his life-altering experience that changed the trajectory of his life. Erik's story is grounded in his faith and its connection to self-awareness and acceptance. About Erik AllenRaised in a broken home, battled addictions, was jailed at 18, and went bankrupt at 21, only to turn everything around. 16+ years sober, beautiful wife, two kids, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, & now helping entrepreneurs get known and noticed online!Click here to read Erik's full bio.Links t...2023-03-0851 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceTransmuting Trauma and Discovering Yourself through Artful Expression with Shane MainerTransmuting Trauma and Discovering Yourself through Artful Expression with Shane MainerThis podcast is DEEP! We quickly go from modern-day stressors and career moves to discussing the often neglected and overlooked mental health issues, such as suicidal thoughts and attempts, loss, grief, and violence, AND how creativity can be a powerful catalyst for healing and self-discovery. About Shane Mainer: Shane Manier is a Creative Coach, Visual Artist, Live Event Painter, Tedx and Key Note Speaker, Trauma Informed Care Instructor, Poetry Mentor, and National Spoken Word Poet based in the Charlotte Metro Region of NC...2023-02-081h 14Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Dangers of Labels—Good or Bad with Brittney-Nichole | Solo EpisodeThe Dangers of Labels—Good or Bad.Many of us assign labels to ourselves and others, but allowing those labels to define who we are can be dangerous. Labels can provide a false sense of security about a person's identity and worth, hindering our growth and ability to explore the world without limitation. So let's take a deep dive together, shall we?Learn more about your host:Brittney-Nichole Connor-SavardaBrittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency Interested in earning extra $$$$?Learn more about becoming an Aff...2023-01-2520 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceHarder Than Life: Overcoming Poverty, Addiction, and Violence with CEO and Author Kelly SiegelHarder Than Life: Overcoming Poverty, Addiction, and Violence with CEO and Author Kelly SiegelIn this podcast episode, Kelly talks about his life journey of overcoming poverty, addiction, and violence. He shares how he has taken these obstacles as opportunities for growth and explains why he believes that the universe is always trying to teach us something valuable in our hardships. From understanding how to process difficult emotions in healthier ways to learning how to better cope with triggers and obstacles, Kelly opens up about his own journey in a way that allows others to find hope...2023-01-111h 02Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceExploring Parenting and Burnout with Parenting Coach Dr. Joanne LightExploring Parenting and Burnout with Parenting Coach Dr. Joanne LightIn this episode, Dr. Light and I will discuss the challenges for parents and how to break the cycle of "conditioned" parenting styles, be a conscious parent, and overcome parenting burnout. About Dr. Joanne Light:Joanne Light is a Parent Empowerment Coach, mother and grandmother, and retired College administrator and counselor. She earned her doctorate in education and counseling from Boston University and chose to further her expertise through a life coaching certification and a certification in training in Emotional Intelligence. Her c...2022-12-141h 04Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceReally Care for Them: Selling with Emotional Intelligence with Mareo McCrackenReally Care for Them: Selling with Emotional Intelligence with Mareo McCrackenIn this episode, Mareo discusses how salespeople can be more successful by caring for their customers and argues that salespeople often focus too much on themselves and their own goals and how that self-serving mindset can be detrimental to the sales process. Mareo suggests that salespeople should focus on providing value and care to their customers. This approach, he argues, will lead to more satisfied customers and, ultimately, more sales. About Mareo McCracken: Mareo is the Chief Revenue Officer at Movemedical...2022-11-1648 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWhat I Have Learned Along the Journey to Self-liberation with Brittney-NicholeWant to Support the show?You are not alone, and you deserve better!Ten years is how long it took to liberate myself from myself and start living a life of purpose and freedom from the emotions that controlled me. In this episode, I will share my story, lessons learned, and how you, too, can overcome anxiety, heal from emotional trauma and join me on the path of living a more fulfilling life.************************************************************************************Interested in joining me in fellowship? You can learn more about CONVOshop Fellowship he...2022-11-0226 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceUnderstanding and Managing Your Energy with Allie PrattWant to Support the show?Understanding and Managing Your Energy with Allie PrattAs Albert Einstein once said, “Everything is energy, and that’s all there is to it. Match the frequency of the reality you want, and you cannot help but get that reality. It can be no other way. This is not philosophy. This is physics.”So if you are a skeptic of anything "woo woo," remember the world of Einstein. "This is NOT philosophy. This IS physics," because in this episode, Allie and I will dive deep into energy healing and th...2022-10-191h 04Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceUnprecedented: Building a Multi-Generational Business on Trust, Respect and the Valuing of People by Chuck CooperUnprecedented: Building a Multi-Generational Business on Trust, Respect and the Valuing of People by Chuck CooperIn this episode, Chuck shares insights from his new book, Unprecedented, and we discuss the role emotional intelligence plays in the future of work and leadership.From his book:In Unprecedented, Chuck Cooper gives a refreshing look at the new way of working with your employees and how you can provide an environment where all generations, every race and every gender feel valued and respected and are passionate about being a part of....2022-09-2152 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Power of Storytelling with Attorney and Gallery Owner, Sonya PfeifferThe Power of Storytelling with Attorney and Gallery Owner, Sonya PfeifferIn this episode, Sonya and I discuss the trough-line of her many diverse careers—storytelling. Stories are a powerful catalyst for change. They can shift attitudes, influence action, and breed truth and love just as much as they can misinformation and hate. Per usual, I go down many different rabbit holes, as Sonya and I discuss:- A reporter's responsibility to provide unbiased news- How fear alters narratives and drives agendas- The state of the U.S.'s political divi...2022-08-2451 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceEmotional Intelligence: What it Means for the Future of Work and Humanity with Elizabeth SolomonEmotional Intelligence: What it Means for the Future of Work and Humanity with Elizabeth SolomonElizabeth and I will go down a few rabbit holes in this episode. We will begin by discussing the view of EI in organizations and bust a few EI myths. As usual, I allow the organic conversation to guide us as we discuss what we believe the future holds for humanity and work as it pertains to emotional intelligence. About Elizabeth:Elizabeth Solomon is a true catalyst for positive change. Driven by a lifelong interest in systems...2022-07-271h 05Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWhy Do We Feel Resistance When Pursuing Something New?Why is it that we feel resistance when pursuing something new? In this episode, I will share with you seven reasons why you may feel resistant to the things you want and desire and why you shouldn't allow fear of the unknown to stop you. -------------------------------------------------------------------Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence is brought to you by Emotional Intelligence Magazine™. Emotional Intelligence Magazine is a one-stop resource for anyone looking to learn more about emotional intelligence. In addition to articles, videos, and recommended books to help you develop and expand your EI, Emotional Int...2022-07-1327 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceBeing the Architect of Your Life with Hilary PortaBeing the Architect of Your Life with Hilary PortaIn this episode, we will speak with Hilary Porta about the power we have over our minds and how to use that power to shape our lives psychologically and physically. Hilary Porta is the Founder of R3 International, Inc. & Principal and CEO of H Porta et al., a bespoke boutique strategy and leading-edge transformational consultancy based out of NC with satellite offices in FL and the UK. Learn more about Hilary by visiting: H PortaREWIRELinkedIn-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2022-06-301h 10Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceUtilizing Emotional Intelligence Pre and Post Surgery with Dr. Anthony KavehUtilizing Emotional Intelligence Pre and Post Surgery with Dr. Anthony KavehIn this episode, we will speak with Dr. Anthony Kaveh, a board-certified anesthesiologist, and integrative medicine specialist. He guides patients through the scariest moments of their lives, and taps their hidden potential to gain incredible power over their emotional and physical states. We will dive into the unspoken truths about mental health pre and post-surgery and how patients can use the powerful skill of emotional intelligence to reduce the adverse effects of recovering from a physical ailment.Dr. Anthony Kaveh has a...2022-06-0154 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Disciplined Listening Method with Michael Reddington | Part 2The Disciplined Listening Method with Michael Reddington | Part 2Today, we are picking up where we left off with Certified Forensic Interviewer and author of The Disciplined Listening Method, Michael Reddington. In this episode of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Michael Reddington will share additional insights from his new book, "The Disciplined Listening Method." Specifically, Michael explains:How our society does not incentivize us to listen with curiosity and understanding. Reagan's famous quote, "Trust but verify."The long game of influence and persuasion.How we can have high-value conversations.... and much more. Wh...2022-05-1840 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Disciplined Listening Method with Michael Reddington | Part 1The Disciplined Listening Method with Michael Reddington | Part 1In this episode of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Michael Reddington will share insights from his new book, "The Disciplined Listening Method," and how we can use interrogation strategies to acquire information, better understand, and more effectively communicate with practically anyone—be it your child, partner, boss, or stranger. What is The Disciplined Listening Method? This method represents the only communication approach designed to teach people how to activate the truth by integrating current research and best practices from across the spectrum of bu...2022-05-041h 00Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceDiscover What Works for You: A Wellness Journey with Sarah GravelyDiscover What Works for You: A Wellness Journey with Sarah GravelyJoin Sarah and me as we discuss the importance of discovering yourself and what works for you regarding your wellness plan or "tool kit," and the importance of getting over the sigma of fitting society's mold of who you should be and what wellness tools are acceptable.Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence is brought to you by Emotional Intelligence Magazine™. Emotional Intelligence Magazine is a one-stop resource for anyone looking to learn more about emotional intelligence. In addition to articles, videos, and re...2022-04-061h 05Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceAddressing Mental Health with Emotional Intelligence with Christian BumpousAddressing Mental Health with Emotional Intelligence with Christian BumpousJoin us as we discuss long-running stigmas related to our mental health. Specifically, our ability to take control of our mental illness beyond medication. Christian will provide insight into the history of treating mental illness and how we can use emotional intelligence to help us address some of the underlying issues of our symptoms. Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence is brought to you by Emotional Intelligence Magazine™. Emotional Intelligence Magazine is a one-stop resource for anyone looking to learn more about emotional intelligence. In ad...2022-03-0242 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Help Your Children Find Peace and Creativity in StillnessEvery other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, we're going to talk about the power of living in stillness, which is different than "sitting still."Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love and much time has gone into its production. If you enjoy the content...2022-01-0505 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Raising Resilient and Appreciative ChildrenEvery other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, we're going to talk about the importance of allowing children to face hardships to build resilience. Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I...2021-12-2204 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Fostering Healthy CompetitionEvery other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, we're going to talk about healthy versus unhealthy competition and how to foster a positive competitiveness within your child. Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the c...2021-12-0806 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: What is Love, Really?Every other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, we're going to be talking about what love is and what it isn't. Also, can you be a loving, compassionate and a supportive parent while also being firm, assertive, and intolerant? Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love an...2021-11-2410 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceLeadership, Trust, and Communication with Teresa QuinlanLeadership, Trust, and Communication with Teresa QuinlanTeresa Quinlan, founder of IQ+EQ=TQ, is an emotional intelligence expert from Ontario, Canada, who coaches executives and leaders, is an EQi certified coach, and speaker.Today, Teresa and I will discuss the importance of being an emotionally intelligent leader. Specifically, as it relates to building trust, and the importance of embodying this essential skills versus using it as a means to an end. All live episodes can be found on my YouTube Channel: Brittney-Nichole Connor-SavardaTo find out more about Teresa:Y...2021-11-1552 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Rebuilding Respect and Trust with Your ChildrenEvery other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, I will talk about how to rebuild respect and trust with your children if you feel it has been lost as a result of empty threats and promises. This is a follow up to the last episode of Parenting with Emotional IntelligenceInterested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com...2021-11-1009 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceEngage Your Team with Gary FreyEngage Your Team with Gary FreyFollowing a casual conversation with Gary, we got on the subject of the workplace environment during COVID and how that impacted comminution and connection within organizations and among team members. Gary mentioned a tool that his organization uses called StandOut 2.0. It doesn't take a lot of time, yet it is highly effective. You can learn more about the tool and the book associated with it using the links below:StandOut 2.0 tool: https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/standout.aspxBook: https://www.amazon.com/StandOut-2-0-Assess-Your-Strengths...2021-11-0141 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Consequences of Empty Threats and PromisesEvery other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.In today's episode, I will address the negative consequence to delayed consequences, empty threats and promises. Those being:- Loss of respect from your child- Loss of trust- Negative impact to your relationshipInterested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is...2021-10-2711 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWhat Makes Relationships Work with Colin WilfordWhat Makes Relationships Work with Colin WilfordIn this episode we will primarily talk with Colin Wilford about a new assessment he has created to help couples identify and work through red flag areas in order to become the best possible partner they can be. In addition we will discuss things like projection, and ego and the role they play in both relationships and in life. Colin Wilford is a South African psychologist who spent several decades in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East counseling couples, advising young people on their careers, coaching executives on le...2021-10-181h 00Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceLive In There World with Dr. Robin RosenbergEpisode 98 of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence | Dr. Robin Rosenberg with Live In There WorldIn this episode we'll talk with Dr. Robin Rosenberg who is the CEO and Founder of Live in Their World, a company built to help improve workplace culture utilizing a modern virtual reality method, this fully immerses an individual in workplace scenarios teaching diversity, equity, and inclusion. This allows for open and honest conversation which results in mutual understanding and respect among team members. With an M.A. and Ph.D. in psychology, Robin is a passionate author of bo...2021-10-0447 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Awareness : Part 4Every other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.This is part 4/4 of the mini series "The Power of Awareness" which can be applied to parenting and for individual's personal lives alike. However, since this is Parenting with Emotional Intelligence Wednesday, I will use examples for parents and children on how to shift focus from the ego to the true self. Attachment for ego can b...2021-09-2918 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceApplying EQ in Today's Climate with Joshua FreedmanEpisode 96 of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence | Applying EQ in Today's Climate with Joshua FreedmanIn this episode we'll talk with Joshua Freedman, CEO of Six Seconds about the benefits and the challenges of developing and applying EQ in a world plagued by anxiety, burnout, and discord. Joshua leads the world’s most extensive EQ organization (Six Seconds), now with offices and representatives in 25 countries. He works with leaders and teams around the world helping them use emotional intelligence to get better results. His clients include FedEx, Microsoft, INTEL, Amazon, all branches of the US ar...2021-09-2057 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Awareness : Part 3Every other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, we're going to expand our awareness by discussing the two parts that create who we are; the ego and the true self. When we realize that the ego is the source of all our emotional suffering and that it runs the lives of 99% of us, we can learn to shift the focus to our true self—the es...2021-09-1512 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligencePositive Persuasion with Michael ReddingtonEpisode 94 of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence | Positive Persuasion with Michael ReddingtonIn this episode we'll talk with Michael about positive persuasion, manipulation, communication and how emotional intelligence applies to interrogation techniques, and more. Michael Reddington, is an expert at moving people from resistance to commitment. As a Certified Forensic Interviewer he achieved the highest professional designation available in the field of interview and interrogation and spent over a decade training investigators around the world on the successful application of non-confrontational interview and interrogation techniques. Michael transitioned from professional interrogator to executive reso...2021-09-0657 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Awareness : Part 2Every other Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we'll continue to talk about the power that of developing our awareness. Specifically, how to become aware and address how we often dismiss the fact that our feelings and triggers are a product of our internal environment as apposed to our external environment. This is a difficult concept to grasp b...2021-09-0114 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Future of Work with Karena de Souza | Part 2Episode 92 is PART 2 of the interview with Karena de SouzaIn this segment we will continue our conversation to focus on the Future of Work and the role emotional intelligence plays in our decision making for ourselves as well as our children. As a strategist, futurist and parent, Karena is constantly watching for trends that can impact us. In 2015 she noticed a significant shift in the way technologies were entering the workspace and changing the way we work and live. COVID-19 has accelerated some of the adjustments we would have made by 2030....2021-08-2351 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Awareness : Part 1Every Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to talk about the power that comes from being aware and mindful of the present moment. In this episode I will define 4 levels of awareness, with a focus on internal awareness (or basic level awareness). We'll discuss how you can teach your children to be aware and present to reduce stress a...2021-08-1815 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Future of Work with Karena de Souza | Part 1Episode 90: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: The Future of Work with Karena de SouzaIn this episode, we'll talk with Karena de Souza Karena de Souza is a strategist, speaker, coach, author, and parent who focuses on GenZ and the future of work. As a strategist, futurist and parent, Karena is constantly watching for trends that can impact us. In 2015 she noticed a significant shift in the way technologies were entering the workspace and changing the way we work and live. COVID-19 has accelerated some of the adjustments we would have made by...2021-08-091h 04
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Conscious Communication, a Game Changer!Every Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to talk about the difference in traditional communication, which incorporates social scripts and politeness, versus conscious and emotionally intelligent communication. Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love and much time has w...2021-08-0414 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceEmotional Energy with Chris and Kevin CartonEpisode 88: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Emotional Energy with Chris and Kevin CartonIn this episode, Chris and Kevin Carton, brothers and co-host of the Science and Spirituality podcast, and I will be discussing emotional energy as it pertains to science and spirituality. Dr. Chris Carton is a doctor of acupuncture, an NCCAOM board certified and licensed acupuncturist in the state of North Carolina, and a certified HeartMath coach. He co-hosts the Science and Spirituality Podcast with his brother Kevin, an educational podcast discussing universal spiritual principles while grounding them in modern science. Chris h...2021-07-2657 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Avoid Parenting Like Your ParentsEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to talk about how to avoid the undesirable parenting techniques and behaviors that were exhibited by our parents. Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an act of love and much time has went into it...2021-07-2109 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceAwareness Quotient with Brian CunninghamEpisode 86: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Awareness Quotient with Brian CunninghamIn this episode, I will be discussing the power of awareness in life and leadership with my friend and mentor, Brian Cunningham. Brian is a student of leadership and life. Starting out as a Parking Lot Attendant at a large hospital in Philadelphia, he has worked through every level within this complex industry, eventually working his way to serve in the role of CEO. Throughout this journey he purposefully studied the leadership/followership dynamic to understand both the illusions and deeper realities of l...2021-07-121h 04
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Expecting Parents | How to Create a Calm Environment for Your Unborn ChildEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to expand upon last weeks topic and talk about how to create a calm environment for your unborn child. Breathing Exercises: https://www.healthline.com/health/breathing-exercise#belly-breathing Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/br...2021-07-0712 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure With Dr. Chris ThurberEpisode 84: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure With Dr. Chris Thurber.In this episode, you hear from psychologist, educator, author, and parent, Dr. Chris Thurber. as we discuss his upcoming book, The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure: A Positive Approach to Pushing Your Child to Be Their Best Self. Dr. Thurber is a thought leader in positive youth development. He has dedicated his professional life to improving how caring adults teach and lead young people and to enhancing the experience of adventurous young people who are spending time away from home...2021-06-2859 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: The Importance of Processing Emotions, at Every AgeEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to expand upon last weeks topic and talk about ages and stages of emotional processing. Get your COMPLEMENTARY Parenting with Emotional Intelligence session: A $275 value. Offer expires 9/23/2021https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/parenting-with-emotional-intelligence-sessionLearn more about Generation EQ and what it has to off...2021-06-2320 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Teaching Your Child to Self-SootheEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to talk about how to teach your child to self-soothe and manage their emotions.Emotional Vocabulary Sheet Calming Corner Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org...2021-06-0912 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Why Communication is AmbiguousSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today's quote is from Oliver Gaspirtz, "Our words are often only vague, inadequate descriptions of our thoughts. Something gets lost in translation every time we try to express our thoughts in words. And when the other person hears our words, something gets lost in translation again, because words mean different things to different people.“This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I pr...2021-06-0603 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: How to Not Worry About What People Think and Live a Fulfilled LifeFor Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today's Throwback Thursday is going to be short and sweet. And the message is this, if you want to live a life of contentment you can't stress about how others view you. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.c...2021-06-0304 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Calm Your Child When They're AngryEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, were going to talk about how to calm your child when they're angry.Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30min2021-06-0213 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceLeading with Heart with Chief Heart Officer Claude SilverEpisode 73: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Leading with Heart with Chief Heart Officer Claude SilverIn this episode, you hear from Chief Heart Officer Claude Silver of VaynerMediaClaude Silver is an emotional optimist, coach, manager, mentor, and empath who has found her purpose in life—helping other be the best of themselves and being a space holder. Claude "works for 800 Humans", and says that she is "in touch with the heartbeat of every single person in the company," and that her role and purpose is to "infuse the Agency with Empathy." 2021-05-3151 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Emotions Are ContagiousSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on. Today's quote is from Michael J. Gelb in The Art of Connection and I quote “Emotions are contagious. You decide what you want to catch and what you want to spread.”This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPa...2021-05-3002 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: Why Do We Focus on What We Have to Lose Verses What We Have to Gain?For Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today I want to talk about how focusing on what we have to lose, verses what we have to gain, can hold us back from pursuing our passion and living a fulfilling life.This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www...2021-05-2711 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Prevent Your Child From LyingEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, were going to talk about how to prevent your child from lying. Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minTh...2021-05-2614 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Politeness and Caring Are not the SameSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today's quote is from Lydia Maria Child, from The Mother’s Book: “In politeness, as in many other things connected with the formation of character, people in general begin outside, when they should begin inside; instead of beginning with the heart, and trusting that to form the manners, they begin with the manners, and trust the heart to change influences. The golden rule contains the very life and soul of politeness.” This podcast is an act of...2021-05-2302 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: How EI Helped Me to Graduate with HonorsFor Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today, I'm going to share with you how emotional intelligence helped me to graduate college with honors, even though I was a C- student in primary and secondary school. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4C...2021-05-2014 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Prevent Your Child From HittingEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, were going to talk about how to prevent your child from hitting. Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minTh...2021-05-1918 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceRelationships and EI with Alex SavardaEpisode 59: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Relationships and EI with my husband, Alex SavardaThis is a very special episode for me, because I'm bringing on my husband to be a guest on the living and leading with emotional intelligence podcast. Today, May 17th is our 2 year wedding anniversary, and thought him and I could share the ins and outs of our relationship, as it relates to emotional intelligence. Learn more about you host, Brittney-Nichole:Websites: www.catalyst4change.com; www.generationeq.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittney.connor2321LinkedIn: h...2021-05-171h 36
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Their Are No Quick Fixes to Skill BuildingSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today's quote is from Geneen Roth:“Real change happens bit by bit. It takes great effort to become effortless at anything. There are no quick fixes.” This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: https://paypal.me/BrittC4CSchedule a con...2021-05-1604 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: Why Do We Crave Gossip?For Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today is all about hot gossip. Why we do we crave it? What is the repercussions?This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: https://paypal.me/BrittC4CInterested in...2021-05-1310 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Motivate KidsEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, were going to talk about how to motivate children! Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https://calendly.com/brittney-nichole/30minThis podcast is an...2021-05-1213 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote for Your Week: Finding Freedom From WithinSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today, I will share will you a quote from Marshall B. Rosenburg about the dangers of not taking responsibility.This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: https://paypal.me/BrittC4CSchedule a consultation...2021-05-0903 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: How I Expanded My Comfort ZoneFor Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today, I want to talk about comfort zones and how to expand them. And what that process was like for me personally. First, I want to share my theory about comfort zones. I don't believe we have just one comfort zone. I think we have many.This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for...2021-05-0613 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesday's Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: 5 Things to Never Say to Your ChildEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I'm going to share with you 5 things to never say to your child. Although NEVER is a harsh word, because we've probably all said these phrases hundreds of times.Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/I...2021-05-0513 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThe Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure With Dr. Hank WeisingerEpisode 45: Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure With Dr. Hank Weisinger In this episode, you hear from psychologist and New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Hank Weisinger. Dr. Hank will share his insights on parental pressure from his upcoming book The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure, releasing July 20th, and available now for pre-order on Amazon. Hank Weisinger, Ph.D. is trained in clinical, counseling, and organizational psychology. He is the author of several successful books, including the New York Times Bestsellers, Nobody’s Perfect, and Performing Under Pre...2021-05-0341 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Control is PowerSundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today, I will share will you a quote from Erich Fromm, and his book To Have or to Be? The Nature of the Psyche“We are a society of notoriously unhappy people: lonely, anxious, depressed, destructive, dependent—people who are glad when we have killed the time, we are trying so hard to save.”This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the conten...2021-05-0202 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: Escaping the Rat Race of LifeFor Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today, I'm going to share with you how I got stuck in the rat race of life, the feelings that arose, how I handled it, and what I learned about myself and life when things didn't go as planned. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make...2021-04-2914 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Timeout AlternativesEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we're going to talk about timeout alternatives. Why time out alternatives? Because timeouts don't teach kids much of anything. Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: https...2021-04-2815 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote for Your Week: The Dangers of not Taking ResponsibilitySundays Quote of the Week - start your week of with an insightful or inspiration quote to chew on.Today, I will share will you a quote from Marshall B. Rosenburg about the dangers of not taking responsibility.This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: https://paypal.me/BrittC4CSchedule...2021-04-2502 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSaturdays Inside The EQ Deficiency : Emotional Energy ManagementSaturdays Inside The EQ Deficiency - you'll get an inside look at my book through short excerpts and casual thoughts around the reading.Today, I'll be reading from Chapter 9 "E-motion: Energy in Motion," and talk about the importance of energy management in regards to regulating our emotions. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: ht...2021-04-2404 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceFact Filled Friday: EQ Deficits and Customer/Client LossOn Fact Filled Fridays - I'll share interesting facts and stats about things related to emotional intelligence.Today, on Fact Filled Friday, we're going to talk about the significant correlation between client/customer loss and a deficit in emotional intelligence. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a donation.Make a donation:Venmo: www.venmo.com/u/BNCS-Catalyst4ChangePayPal: https://paypal.me/BrittC4C2021-04-2308 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursday: When Solicited Feedback Bit BackFor Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you stories and lessons learned from my past, prior to developing my emotional intelligence.Today I will share with you an experience from when I was 19, as I was starting my first business, and how my intent to gain flattery turned out to bite me in the ass. My lack of emotional intelligence was blatantly showcased in my reaction. This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I provide I would be grateful for a...2021-04-2209 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: How to Handle Your Child's RebelliousnessEvery Wednesday on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, I will provide you with practical strategies and insight on how to parent with emotional intelligence and its benefits to you, your family, and the success and well-being of your child.Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we'll talk about a couple of primary reasons why children rebel, and some strategies you can apply to mitigate this reaction. Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/Interested in having a conversation? Schedule a chat: 2021-04-2114 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceTuesdays Q&A with Brittney: Is Numbing Your Feelings Being Emotionally Intelligent?Q&A with Brittney is a subset of the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence (L&L with EI) Podcast. Traditional L&L with EI podcast will continue to be release bi-weekly, per usual. Today's question comes from Joel in Salt Lake, Utah. Joel asks: Is numbing your feelings being emotionally intelligent?Tuesdays: Q&A with Brittney - you ask me questions and I answer them on the podcast. You can send me your questions by texting +1 980-677-1437. Additional question guidelines and information can be found below under Q...2021-04-2003 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceIntention and Introspection with Grace JohnstonEpisode 31 of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Intention and Introspection with Confidence Coach Grace JohnstonGrace starts off with an interesting story of how she recently made the decision to change ALL THREE of her names. She shares the meaning and intention behind this decision after a couple of years into her self-develop journey. Throughout the conversation, we continue to dive deeper into the insight that comes from introspection, and the power behind our intentions. Grace's personal bio:"I am a confidence coach who lives in Charlotte, NC with my amazing husband, my pi...2021-04-1951 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSundays Quote For Your Week : Control is PowerThis marks the end of the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, I will share will you a quote from Joseph Fort Newton that talks about the power of perspective.I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions - where I will highlight a person, book, organization, or topic that is top of mind for me that week, and one that I believing...2021-04-1803 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceSaturdays Inside The EQ Deficiency : How EQ Could Change Life as We Know ItThis marks the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, is Inside The EQ Deficiency, where I will share, and expand upon, a short excerpt from my book. I make a very bold clam that emotional intelligence and compassion can solve the vast majority of the people problems that we face today. I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions - where I will...2021-04-1706 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceFact Filled Fridays: Long-term Effects of Stress and CortisolThis marks the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, on Fact Filled Friday, I will provide some insight on how cortisol impacts the body and how long its effects last after we experience a stressful situation. I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions - where I will highlight a person, book, organization, or topic that is top of mind for me that...2021-04-1604 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceThrowback Thursdays: What Children May RememberThis marks the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, Throwback Thursdays, I will share with you an experience from when I was about 3-years old, what I remember, and how this very subtle event has stuck with me for years. You just never know the impact small remarks or actions can make on a child, regardless of how petty the situation may seem.This podcast is an act of love and much time has went into its production. If you enjoy the content I...2021-04-1506 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceWednesdays Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Benefits of Parenting with EIThis marks the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, on Parenting with Emotional Intelligence, we will focus on 3 primary benefits of parenting with EI. Those being our ability to better assess, understand, and communicate with our children.Learn more about Generation EQ and what it has to offer at:https://www.generationeq.org/I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions 2021-04-1418 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceTuesdays: Q&A with Brittney | What is the difference between thoughts and feelings?Today marks the FIRST week of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, on Q&A with Brittney, I I will answer Matt P.'s question, "What is the difference between thoughts and feelings? I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions - where I will highlight a person, book, organization, or topic that is top of mind for me that week, and one that I believing...2021-04-1305 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceMindful Mention Monday: Non-Violent CommunicationToday marks the FIRST day of the new format for the Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Podcast!Today, on mindful mentions, I share with you one of my favorite books, Non-Violent Communication by Marshall Rosenburg Ph.D, and why I feel it is an important and essential read.I'm excited to announce we'll be doing DAILY podcast releases moving forward. Each day of the week will have its own unique theme:Mondays: Mindful Mentions - where I will highlight a person, book, organization, or topic that is top of mind...2021-04-1209 minLiving and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceExploring Emotions and Setting Boundaries with Christy MillerEpisode 23 of Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Exploring Emotions and Setting Boundaries with Christy MillerThis episode is probably the most raw, deep, and relatable conversations I've recorded on this podcast. Christy spares no expression of emotions or words when sharing her many years of struggle with self-love, emotional expression, and establishing healthy boundaries. Christy also takes us through her shift in mindset and behavior, embracing herself, her emotions, and the power that comes with setting healthy boundaries and developing emotional intelligence. Christy Miller is the co-owner of Mnemosyne Photography Studio, holds a...2021-04-051h 01