The Servant Leader's Mindset Podcast
The Servant Leader’s Mindset is a leadership podcast focused on helping leaders grow in character, wisdom, purpose, self-awareness, calling, and service. Hosted by Dr. Lena Holmes—a leadership expert, business owner, and minister—the podcast features thoughtful conversations and reflections on servant leadership, faith, culture, politics, and public life. In addition to 25 years of executive experience, Dr. Lena holds a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership and master’s degrees in public administration and theology.
Each episode explores practical and reflective topics such as:
- Servant leadership in business, ministry, and nonprofit work
- Faith-based leadership and Christian worldview
- Leadership development, purpose, and calling
- Mental health, resilience, and emotional intelligence
- Navigating culture and politics with wisdom and humility
Designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministry professionals, and values-driven listeners, this podcast offers insight and encouragement for those who desire to lead with integrity, compassion, and conviction.
🎧 New audio episodes released regularly.
📖 Learn, reflect, and grow as we seek to use our gifts and talents to serve others well.
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The Servant Leader's Mindset Podcast
Unlocking Self-Awareness: The Power of Somatic Intelligence
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In this conversation, Dr. Lena Holmes and Jennifer Zach explore the concept of self-awareness through somatic intelligence. They discuss how understanding body awareness can enhance emotional regulation, improve leadership skills, and foster better relationships. Jennifer shares her 3N model (Notice, Name, Navigate) for managing emotions and emphasizes the importance of curiosity and safety in emotional interactions. The discussion also touches on the differences between coaching and therapy, the impact of trauma, and practical techniques for increasing body awareness in everyday situations.
Takeaways:
Somatic awareness is about listening to the body.
Emotions are influenced by the brain's amygdala and prefrontal cortex.
The 3N model helps leaders navigate their emotions effectively.
Curiosity is essential for emotional regulation.
Trauma can affect emotional responses in the workplace.
Coaching complements therapy by focusing on the present.
Practicing body awareness can enhance emotional intelligence.
Fear can be contagious in group settings.
Creating a safe environment fosters curiosity and understanding.
Leaders can work smarter, not harder, by managing their emotions.
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