In this episode of The Leadership Sovereignty Podcast, Amethyst Roberson — Licensed Therapist, Certified Master Coach, and author of Healing H.E.R. — joins Ralph Owens and Terry Baylor to explore how emotional intelligence for leaders begins within.
Discover how self-regulation, self-awareness, and vulnerability shape authentic leadership. Learn to perform internal emotional audits, manage “volcano moments,” and build the language of emotional intelligence that transforms teams, communication, and culture.
This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking mindful leadership, EQ coaching, and emotional mastery that drives growth, trust, and resilience — from the inside out.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
-Why emotional intelligence starts internally, not relationally
-The four internal questions every leader should ask
-The difference between honesty and vulnerability in communication
-How language builds or breaks organizational culture
-Why leaders must self-regulate before they regulate others
Chapters
00:00 The Mask of Strength — When Leaders Hide Inner Struggle
00:13 The Volcano Effect: What Happens When EQ Is Ignored
01:25 EQ Is an Inside Job — The Lightbulb Moment
02:37 How to Self-Regulate Before Leading Others
03:59 Emotional Intelligence in Action — The Four Internal Questions
04:48 The Power of the Internal Audit
05:36 The Difference Between Honesty and Vulnerability
07:09 The Volcano Returns — Culture Without EQ
08:24 The Language of Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Growth
Guest Resources: Amethyst Roberson
- Website https://amethystroberson.com/
- Internal IQ Card (Capacity, Condition, Courage) https://amethystroberson.com/internal-iq-card
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