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Turning Physical Sensations Into Emotional Insight: Tips for Everyday Practice We take an insightful look at emotional literacy—not just as a textbook concept, but as a lived, everyday experience grounded in our physical sensations. Through real-life stories and honest conversations, we explore how emotions manifest in the body, why these physical cues matter, and how learning to recognize them…
Real-Life Applications of Emotional Intelligence During Difficult Times Jeff East shares a personal and powerful story about how his practice of emotional intelligence helped him navigate a family health crisis. When his father-in-law faced serious medical challenges, Jeff found himself managing waves of fear, worry, and stress—not just for his father-in-law, but for his wife and her sister as…
How Mindful Retreats Transform Women’s Lives with Hattie Hawks This time, I sit down with Hattie Hawks to talk about the power of emotional intelligence, her Mindful Retreats, storytelling, and how we can create more mindful, connected, and nurturing spaces—both at work and at home. 5 Keys You’ll Learn in This Episode The Power of Storytelling for Healing - Hear how Hattie Hawks uses storytelling…
Choosing Divine Love First: Ester Brooks on Marriage, Family, and Faith This conversation with Ester Brooks was sparked by something I heard her say in a previous interview. That, in her marriage, she realized she needed to put God first and her husband, Arthur Brooks, second. I share my own reflections as someone married for 35 years, and we open up about the challenges and rewards of…
Slow Down and Question the Stories Controlling Your Choices Why Do Stories Take Hold? I start by recalling a high school memory: there was someone I admired from afar but convinced myself was out of reach. The story I told myself then—“she’ll never go out with me”—seemed so logical at the time that I never even tried to ask. This early lesson stuck with me in surprising ways as I got older. It…
Building Emotional Intelligence to Unlock Everyday Happiness We hear about it all the time, right? Especially that old phrase from the Declaration of Independence: “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” It sounds almost like happiness is this thing at the end of a rainbow—a big quest that we’re all supposed to be on. But here’s my take, and it’s what I spend this episode unpacking: I don’t…
After some time away from the studio, Eric Pennington and Jeff East share personal stories that reignite their appreciation for the small and large wonders around us. Inspired by Andrew Huberman’s thoughts on awe and the importance of focusing both on the minute and the vast, the hosts discuss practices that foster a deeper connection to the world. Jeff East shares the profound experience of…
In this episode, Eric and Jeff hang out with Perry Maughmer—a returning guest and one of their all-time favorite people—for an honest, practical (and sometimes funny) discussion about what it really means to grow as a person and a leader. What’s Inside This Episode? Perry’s New Book: Why He Wrote It for Himself - Perry tells us all about his newest book, The Recurrence Effect . But get this—he…
If you’ve ever wondered how AI can be used to deepen emotional intelligence, or you’re searching for practical steps to drive meaningful change in your life, this episode will spark fresh insights and inspiration. Welcome to Spirit of EQ! I’m Eric Pennington, your host, and in this episode, I have the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Teresa Escrig, an expert in artificial intelligence, an…
This is an authentic and thoughtful conversation about leveraging new tools and ancient wisdom to build resilience, emotional health, and deeper connections—whether you’re a longtime believer, just curious, or somewhere in between. Welcome to Spirit of EQ! In this episode, I sit down with Preston Zeller—an inspiring technologist, artist, and committed believer—to explore the fascinating…
