Living and Leading with Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence Magazine's Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda

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The Connection Code Part 1 with Giovanna Elias

In this episode, I speak with Giovanna about how to build strong and genuine connections with others. How to eliminate ambiguity, listen and engage with curiosity, and much more.

About Giovanna Elias
Giovanna's work focuses on empowering people to communicate more effectively and build better relationships both in their professional and personal lives. She has developed a comprehensive system, 'The Connection Code.™
Beyond her work as a human connections expert, Giovanna is the founder of The Connection Code, a creator of The Pathway Program and a respected public speaker. Her educational background spans from Holistic Health to Communications, Human Rights and Gender Studies, along with certifications in Neurolinguistic Programming. In addition, she has self-taught proficiency in several languages. Giovanna's work aims to guide individuals from everyday routines to a life more fulfilled and thriving. Today, we look forward to exploring how her unique approach and strategies can empower us to connect more meaningfully with the world around us.
Learn more about Giovanna and her upcoming book here.

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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
The Wanderer's Guide to Cosmic Fabulosity
Step into your capacity to thrive with The Wanderer's Guide!
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Holistic Parenting: Parent-Child Collaboration Strategies with Cara Tyrrell

In this episode, Cara discusses the importance of working in partnership with parents to help them better prepare their children not just for school but for life. 
About Cara Tyrrell
Cara has Bachelors degrees in ASL and Linguistics and a Masters degree in Education. She is a trained Early Childhood Teacher and Early Years Caregiver, continuing education consultant, and parent coach. In her preschool and Kindergarten classrooms, she identified a pattern of underdeveloped skill sets in her students, indicating a lack of overall readiness to learn.

After years of hearing parents say, “I’m so glad you are their first teacher,” Cara realized she wasn’t! The solution to arming Preschoolers and Kindergarteners with comprehensive readiness skills for finding success in school started with those same parents, in the family home, at birth.
Learn more about Cara, her work, blog, and podcast here.

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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
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Mentally Shredded with Christopher Weedon

In this episode, Chris and I get real about mental health and what it truly means to be mentally shredded, the name of his company, which he launched following his mental health challenge and discovery sparked by the 2020 pandemic. 

Chris documented his struggles in his documentary, which you can view here. 

About Christopher Weedon
Christopher Weedon is the Founder of Mentally Shredded.
Mentally Shredded was brought to life after Chris’ battle with anxiety and depression. “Once my foundation was destroyed, I sought help.” Through lived experience and knowing firsthand what neglecting to focus on improving your mental health can do, Chris now advocates to change the stigma and empower people through personal development. 
Chris lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is available to travel for events and speaking engagements. 
Contact for more information: info@christopherdweedon.com
Learn more about Chris and his podcast.

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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
The Wanderer's Guide to Cosmic Fabulosity
Step into your capacity to thrive with The Wanderer's Guide!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Support the show
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Cleaning Up Mental Messes with Dr. Caroline Leaf

In this episode, I speak with the renowned Dr. Caroline Leaf about the complexity and nuances of mental health that are often not discussed. We will venture down rabbit holes regarding "nature vs. nurture" (one could say) and gain a better understanding of our ability to take back control of our mental well-being and, if you're a parent, insights on how to help your children do the same. 

About Dr. Caroline Leaf
Dr. Caroline Leaf is a renowned communication pathologist, audiologist, and neuroscientist, specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Her research since the 1980s has focused on the mind-brain connection, neuroplasticity, and the nature of mental health. She has developed groundbreaking theories and tools that have helped hundreds of thousands of individuals combat mental health issues and learning disabilities. Besides, Dr. Leaf is the author of best-selling books like "Switch on Your Brain" and "Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess," and has a newly released book "How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess." Dr. Leaf frequently lectures worldwide, educating audiences about the power of the mind and optimal thinking for improved brain performance.

Learn more about Dr. Leaf and her books/services here.

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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
The Wanderer's Guide to Cosmic Fabulosity
Step into your capacity to thrive with The Wanderer's Guide!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Support the show
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The Power of Awe: Overcome Burnout & Anxiety, Ease Chronic Pain, Find Clarity & Purpose  — In Less Than 1 Minute Per Day with Co-Author Michael Amster

In this episode, I speak with co-author of The Power of Awe, Dr. Michael Amster, about this seemingly too-good-to-be-truth state of being that allows us to reduce depression, anxiety, and burnout and cultivate a more positive and healthier state of being.

About Dr. Michael Amster:
Michael Amster, is a physician and faculty member at the Touro School of Medicine. With twenty years of experience as a pain management specialist, he is currently the founding director of the pain management department at Santa Cruz Community Health. He’s been a student of meditation for over thirty years, as well as a certified yoga teacher and meditation teacher. He splits his time between clinical work, research on awe, teaching mindfulness, and leading awe-inspiring retreats around the world.

About co-author Jake Eagle, LPC:
Jake Eagle is a psychotherapist, mindfulness instructor, fellow member trainer of the International Association of NeuroLinguistic Programming, and cofounder of Live Conscious. After thirty years in private practice, Jake now works part-time as a meta-therapist, working with people who want to go beyond the bounds of traditional therapy. Together, he and his wife, Hannah, lead life-changing small group retreats at awe-inspiring locations around the world.

Their book:
The Power of AWE: Overcome Burnout & Anxiety, Ease Chronic Pain, Find Clarity & Purpose — In Less Than 1 Minute Per Day

Instagram - @thepowerofawebook
Facebook - The Power of AWE
Twitter - @ThePowerofAWE
TikTok - thepowerofawe
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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
The Wanderer's Guide to Cosmic Fabulosity
Step into your capacity to thrive with The Wanderer's Guide!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Support the show

The Integration of Jewish Mysticism and The Search for Meaning, Inner Knowing, and Grounded Spirituality with Rabbi Matthew Ponak

In this episode, I speak with Rabbi Matthew Ponak about the overlap of spirituality and emotional intelligence. We take a dive into his book and his mission as we discuss:
How to be spiritual while leading a “normal” and relatable lifeThe difference, spiritually, between facing our difficulties and transcending them (and why both are part of a balanced existence)The value of learning from religious and spiritual ancestry, even if we are secular, atheistic, or agnosticWhy people leave their religionThe value of adapting Shabbat—the Jewish day of rest, delight, and gratitude—for everyone to prevent burnout, care for the environment,  and live a more meaningful, fulfilling life Pathways for traveling safely on the road to expanded consciousnessThe common thread that runs through Judaism and other ancient spiritual practices
About Rabbi Matthew Ponak:
Rabbi Matthew Ponak is a teacher of Jewish mysticism, a spiritual counselor, and the co-founder of the Mekorah Institute—an online spiritual center for embodied practice. Ordained with honors as a rabbi at the neo-Hasidic Rabbinical School of Hebrew College, he also holds a Master’s degree in Contemplative Religions from Naropa University. Matthew lives in Victoria, British Columbia, and is certified as a Focusing Professional to guide others to deeper self-knowledge and healing. He is the author of Embodied Kabbalah. Learn more at matthewponak.com 
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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 Intelligence Magazine offers a platform for EI coaches and specialists so they can connect with individuals who are ready to take their life or business to the next level. To learn more, visit www.ei-magazine.com.
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Learn more about your host:
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole's book: The EQ Deficiency
The Wanderer's Guide to Cosmic Fabulosity
Step into your capacity to thrive with The Wanderer's Guide!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Support the show