Spirit of EQ

Here's what we cover in this episode... We cover a range of topics including social media impact, effective communication, empathy, EQ, personal growth, mental health support, personal responsibility, and setting boundaries in the workplace. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work life. For mo...

Entrepreneur and artist Heather Hanson shares her inspiring journey to finding her true self and pursuing her passion as an artist. She discusses her wake-up call after being diagnosed with breast cancer and how it led her to prioritize self-care and explore her natural expression as an artist. Heather emphasizes the importance of being in choice when making career decisions and not living someone...

We welcome Josh Freedman, CEO of Six Seconds . As you listen to the podcast, you will gain valuable insights into emotional intelligence and its role in creating engaged workplaces and communities. With new research, frameworks, methods, and programs on employee well-being, we provide practical advice for individuals to strengthen their emotional intelligence skills and thrive in all areas of thei...

This is our 100th episode of Spirit of EQ! We reflect on our personal growth journey over the past few years and how creating this podcast has helped us spread that growth to others. We discuss the practical tools inside emotional intelligence that can improve decision-making and help all of us navigate life's challenges and opportunities. We talk about the importance of staying true to the origin...

It's not about giving a pass to those who do wrong, but rather allowing different perspectives and understanding. We all face ethical dilemmas and it's important to create space to think through the best way to proceed. This episode is a thought-provoking discussion on how to make a positive impact on oneself and society. Top Takeaways Provoking someone can lead to self-reflection and encourage th...

Creating meaningful moments in life can lead to a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Find out how you can use preparation to create powerful and meaningful moments in your life. Watch or listen to Rush's Limelight soundcheck mentioned in the episode. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work life...

Licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist Anita Ritchey from Directions Counseling examines the impact of core beliefs on mental health and well-being. By exploring how our deeply held assumptions shape our reality and behaviors, Rowe provides practical advice on identifying negative core beliefs and challenging them. Hear how trauma can shape our beliefs, the benefits of therapy for men...

Jim and Lynette Vaive delve deep into the world of Spiritual Emotional Intelligence (SEQ) and offer invaluable insights into the integration of emotional and spiritual aspects of our lives. From understanding the importance of self-awareness to living from the inside out, this podcast provides valuable tools for personal growth and transformation. With the introduction of the SEQ Development Repor...

What are the various aspects of the art of listening...to yourself? There is a connection between emotions and listening to yourself, and we talk about those connections. And the return we get when we listen to ourselves. The Art of Listening | Simon Sinek In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and wo...

What happens when we are not able to be in the moment?  What are those external and internal distractions? How do we keep those distractions under control? Find something every day that you can do to be fully present. Don't grow up too much! Jeff mentions the Redbull Soapbox Race in this episode. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your...

Timmy is the type of entrepreneur that inspires at every turn. He provides a combination of realism and optimism that is rare. I believe the audience will be drawn to his story, his approach to navigating transitions and why people matter most. Tim McCarthy is an entrepreneur and social change advocate with almost twenty years of experience in the business world. Tim spent many years building and...

Those two words - core beliefs - may be familiar to many. It brings up different connotations and different definitions to each of us. We're going to take some time in this episode to talk about what they are and how did we get them. What's their impact? Who do they impact? In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in...

We've, on more than one occasion, tackled what happens when we're dealing with struggles and how to manage them. Sometimes that's from the mental health perspective, and sometimes, just from the challenges that the world presents. But we should be able to talk about the success and joy that we're experiencing even in the midst of maybe rapid change and uncertainty Why it's important for us to reco...

We welcome back again Lee Ann Lander. Can creativity and the corporate world live in harmony? We think so, and so does our guest, Lee Ann Lander. She is the owner of Lee Ann Lander Art and Creative Consulting . We all have "gifts." But how and when did we get to the place where each of us recognizes those "gifts"? But then as adults, we state we aren't creative. Why do we continue these myths abou...

We're going to explore some of the things that Jeff and I have found and discovered in 2022. Tools and ideas that we've been stirring, let's say marinating, in our minds that we think are going to make 2023 a really good year. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work life. For more information,...

Truthfully, every episode is our favorite. And that being said, each episode offers a nugget, a gem, we pass along. Here are our favorites from 2022. And here are the episodes they come from... Living Your Noble Goal in Trying Times Giving Up Stuff The Curated Life Laughter is the Best Medicine Relentless Leadership Keeping It Simply Simple In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emoti...

How can somebody that is practicing emotional intelligence help someone else get through the "holiday blues"? What are some things that you can do to support them? We revisit some EQ competencies to help build a strong foundation for support. *practicing good emotional literacy * navigating emotions * increase empathy * noble goal Plutchik Wheel of Emotions In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk...

Jess Laughlin is the founder and head “good vibes” gifter at xoLaughlinCo., where she’s helped hundreds of people overcome the fear and awkwardness of reaching out to people during heavy life moments. Her  online shop  features thoughtfully curated gifts, primarily sourced from small businesses and helps express just the right sentiment for loved ones who’ve experienced everything from m...

This episode is a continuing conversation from an earlier episode and was spurred on by a comment made by a Spirit of EQ client. I'm really convinced that until you have a good, strong • level of spiritual and emotional awareness, • • true success • • is really, really ...

Laughter  decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease . Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain. Laughter releases the neurotransmitter dopamine , which serves as a reward for...

The impact that it has on the workplace. The need for resources inside the workplace for employees. Employers are genuinely more concerned about their employees and offering benefits to address this. Here is Brene Brown's video mentioned in the podcast. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work...

Timmy is the type of entrepreneur that inspires at every turn. He provides a combination of realism and optimism that is rare. I believe the audience will be drawn to his story, his approach to navigating transitions and why people matter most. Tim McCarthy is an entrepreneur and social change advocate with almost twenty years of experience in the business world. Tim spent many years building and...

Practice makes "better" when it comes to using your emotional intelligence tools in your toolbox. In each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work life. For more information, contact Eric or Jeff at info@spiritofeq.com or visit their website, Spirit of EQ . You can follow The Spirit of EQ Podcast on Ap...

6 powerful stories of faith - Once all the villagers decided to pray for rain. On the day of prayer, all the people gathered, but only one boy came with an umbrella. trust - when you throw babies in the air, they laugh because they know you will catch them. hope - every night we go to bed without any assurance of being alive the next morning, but we still set the alarm to wake up. confidence - we...

There is a need for psychologically safe ways to ask for and get emotional feedback in the workplace. Inspired by the Net Promoter Score, Mindful Appy CEO, Tina Schweiger, has developed a way to track the emotional state of a group of people with the Net Emotional Index. We get to speak with Tina Schweiger, Co-Founder and CEO/Michelle Stinson Ross, Co-Founder and CMO about Mindful Appy. Mindful Ap...