Becoming Limitless: Integrating Stillness and Spirituality for Authentic Leadership
Listen or view my conversation with Andrew Cohn, executive coach and the Spirituality in Leadership Podcast host. Our discussion is lively, and we discuss the role of spirituality for leaders, the necessity of taking time away for renewal, and how to cultivate intuition. We also discuss my Portugal retreats and memoir, The Shaman’s Wife, where I share ancestral wisdom for modern times.
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What if the most effective and fulfilled leaders aren’t just those with the sharpest strategies or the best data, but those who tap into something deeper—something instinctive?
Could the true power of leadership lie in embracing intuition, somatic awareness, and the ability to create nurturing environments?
What if leadership goes beyond tactics and dives into the realm of self-awareness, authenticity, and inner wisdom?
In this episode of the Spirituality in Leadership podcast, host Andrew Cohn and Alicia Rodriguez, a coach and consultant based in the Algarve, Portugal, discuss the profound integration of spirituality in leadership. Alicia shares her expertise on how leaders can cultivate intuition and somatic awareness guiding them through experiential learning in nature and using innovative tools like sound healing and creative exercises.
Together, Andrew and Alicia explore how these practices can help leaders not only embody their values but also navigate challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. Alicia reflects on her transformative journey in Ecuador, where she learned from a shaman, and she touches on the insights found in her book, The Shaman’s Wife.
Alicia also emphasizes the vital importance of rest, stillness, and creating the right conditions for success, all while inspiring personal and professional transformation. Tune in to discover how embracing intuition, somatic awareness, and spiritual practices can elevate your leadership style and bring deeper meaning to your work.
Key Takeaways
The significance of intuition and somatic awareness in leadership.
The impact of immersing ourselves in nature on developing intuitive abilities.
The importance of congruence between a leader's values and actions.
The use of experiential learning in nature to enhance self-awareness.
Incorporation of healing modalities, such as sound therapy, in leadership coaching.
The concept of "Becoming Limitless" and transcending self-imposed limits.
The necessity of granting permission for emotional expression and authenticity.
The transformative power of creative exploration and reframing perspectives on challenges.
