Episode Summary |

In this episode of Wealth Coherence, host Emily Bouchard engages with emotional intelligence expert Joshua Freedman to explore the intricate relationship between emotional well-being and wealth. They discuss the significance of understanding and embracing emotions, the founding of Six Seconds, and the practical application of emotional intelligence in navigating complex feelings associated with wealth. The conversation emphasizes the importance of acknowledging all emotions, distinguishing between shame and guilt, and utilizing emotions as tools for learning and personal growth. In this conversation, Joshua Freedman and Emily Bouchard explore the intricate relationship between emotions, stress, and creativity, particularly in the context of family wealth discussions. They emphasize the importance of recognizing multiple emotions simultaneously and how these feelings can serve as data to guide personal and familial conversations. The dialogue also delves into the significance of trust in relationships, the impact of consumerism on emotional fulfillment, and the journey towards emotional intelligence and wisdom. Ultimately, they advocate for a deeper understanding of emotions as a means to foster connection, purpose, and alignment in both personal and family dynamics.

Chapters |

00:00 Exploring Emotional Wealth

02:14 The Birth of Six Seconds

05:45 Understanding the Six Seconds Principle

07:40 Embracing All Emotions

12:52 Navigating Wealth and Emotional Complexity

15:49 The Paradox of Wealth and Feelings

21:07 Distinguishing Between Shame and Guilt

24:10 Understanding Emotions vs. Feelings

26:20 Emotions as Meaning Making

27:43 Harnessing Emotions for Learning

28:09 Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Creativity

31:39 Navigating Emotions: The Power of Multiple Feelings

33:40 Emotions as Connectors in Family Wealth Conversations

35:29 Aligning Values in Family Discussions About Money

38:26 Exploring Purpose and Emotional Alignment

41:19 Trust: The Foundation of Relationships and Wealth

45:23 The Role of Trust in Family Dynamics

50:20 Consumerism and Emotional Fulfillment

54:44 The Journey of Emotional Intelligence and Wisdom

Joshua's Bio |

Joshua Freedman is one of the world's top experts on using emotional intelligence to improve performance. He’s the co-founder and CEO of Six Seconds, the global non-profit dedicated to teaching people how to use emotional intelligence (EQ).

Joshua leads the world’s largest study of emotional intelligence, with breaking research dropping later this year. He is also the author of 5 emotional intelligence books, including the best-selling At the Heart of Leadership: How to Get Results with Emotional Intelligence. He has helped hundreds of organizations, including FedEx, Qatar Airways, the US Navy, P&G, Microsoft, Intel, Amazon, HSBC, and the United Nations, use emotional intelligence to get better results. His work leads to a people-centered culture that strengthens leadership, sales, employee wellbeing, retention and innovation.

Learn more about Joshua Freedman and Six Seconds \

linkedin.com/in/freedman

youtube.com/sixseconds

instagram.com/6secondseq

State of the Heart - world's largest study of emotional intelligence: https://www.6seconds.org/emotional-intelligence/research/

Business Case for Emotional Intelligence: https://www.6seconds.org/business/case-for-emotional-intelligence/

Emotion Skills for Coaching Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7184320223376801792/

Emily Bouchard's Resources |

https://emilybouchard.com/

https://blendedfamiliesflourishing.com/

Heart*Brain*Horse*Coherence Retreats:https://emilybouchard.com/retreat/