[144] Measuring your spiritual intelligence with Paul Burns

We’re working through our fear and fostering a bit of empathy in this conversation with Rev. Dr. Paul Burns on Compass: Finding spirituality in the everyday. Join us as Paul Burns dives deep into the core of human spirituality and relationships, addressing the instinctual divisions between people and how finding common ground can create bridges of empathy. Discover the intricacies of “soul metrics” and how spiritual intelligence can transform your life without compromising your beliefs.

Paul Burns, founder of Soul Metrics, provides tools to measure spiritual intelligence through psychological assessments, focusing on secure attachment with God, self-differentiation, and empathy. The episode discusses the vital role of these assessments in discussions about spirituality, aiming to reduce shame and offer snapshots of one’s spiritual state influenced by personal factors.

Paul explains the connection between the fear center of the brain, spiritual intelligence, and how insecure attachments or trauma impact our relationships and spirituality. He emphasizes compassionate listening as a healing tool and shares practices from his book, “Becoming Spiritually Intelligent,” to develop trust and empathy in one’s spiritual journey.

In this episode:
(00:00) Exploring spiritual intelligence with Reverend Dr. Burns.
(03:34) Faith linked to early attachment with caregivers.
(09:57) Fear can disrupt brain functions and relationships.
(13:54) Outlining 9 paths for spiritual growth.
(16:56) Realization of faith and divine guidance.
(18:42) Opening empathy for others, mindful of boundaries.
(23:51) Measures secure attachment, self-differentiation, empathy levels.
(25:26) Spiritual issues are often difficult to discuss.

Learn more about Paul Burns and Soul Metrics: https://soul-metrics.com/ Get “Becoming Spiritually Intelligent” by Paul Burns: https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506497211/Becoming-Spiritually-Intelligent

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