Leading with Emotional Intelligence - Interview with Renea Skelton

Welcome back to another episode of the Leading with Heart Podcast! Today, we're delving even deeper into the realms of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and communication with the incredible Dr. Renea Skelton. 

Dr. Renea Skelton is a Life and Communication Coach, True Colors Master Trainer, Speaker, and Author. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and emotional intelligence development, her superpower is serving others with a hyper-focus on self-awareness and how we authentically communicate. She helps individuals recognize who they are and co-create goals to improve their level of joy, fulfillment, and wellbeing. As a master trainer, she delivers energetic, engaging, and transformational workshops centered on leveraging effective communication, increasing emotional intelligence, and reducing conflict. She is a retired veteran of 22 years and the Vice President of “Texas 4 Warriors,” a non-profit who helps veterans struggling with PTSD and financial hardships. Dr. Renea is also the author of an award-winning Emotional Intelligence children's book series: "The Adventures of Henry the Hedgehog." Her greatest joy is found with her husband of 25 years, her three brilliant children, an adorable mini-Aussie who refuses to leave her side, and a resilient sea monkey who continues to live well beyond its average life span.

We’ll dive into the heart of effective communication, a key element in avoiding miscommunication and conflicts. Dr. Skelton guides us through the ways emotional intelligence addresses negative emotions and conflicts, stressing the significance of understanding our own needs and values to prevent conflicts. Self-awareness, curiosity, and alignment with our values emerge as essential ingredients for fostering fulfillment and happiness.

As we wrap up this insightful episode, we touch upon Dr. Skelton's children's books 'The Many Adventures of Henry, The Hedgehog,' designed to facilitate conversations about emotions. Dr. Skelton leaves us with the reminder that allowing others to connect with their emotions is a crucial aspect of building meaningful connections.

Join us in this episode that serves as a compass for anyone seeking to elevate their leadership skills and cultivate richer, more fulfilling connections in every aspect of life.

If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you, over on Instagram, or in my Facebook community!

RESOURCES:

Thinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman

Master Your Emotions - Thibaut Meurisse

Atlas of the Heart - Brene Brown

Connect with Dr. Renea Skelton

Website: https://www.reneaskelton.com/

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drreneaskelton

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drreneaskelton/

Facebook: (@drreneaskelton) https://www.facebook.com/DrReneaSkelton/

Instagram: (@drreneaskelton) https://www.instagram.com/drreneaskelton/

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