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Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 20, 20243 min read
It's Time to Remember Your Why
Your "why" is deeply personal yet profoundly universal. It’s that inner fire that propels you to rise in the morning, even when life...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Aug 16, 20243 min read
Why Self-Empathy is the Missing Link in Effective Leadership: Insights from Dani Sumner
Dani emphasized that self-empathy is not just a feel-good concept but a critical aspect of effective leadership and personal well-being.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 25, 20244 min read
Trauma and Grief in the C-Suite: Navigating Challenges with Tayuanee Dewberry and Sabrina Gilchrist
Executives often bear immense pressure to maintain a façade of strength and competence, even when grappling with personal trauma or grief.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 11, 20243 min read
Well-being at the Top: Prioritizing Mental Health in Leadership
The pressures of leadership, the constant demand for innovation, and the relentless pursuit of success create breeding grounds for stress...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Apr 15, 20243 min read
The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: Transforming Organizations Through Conscious Leadership
In the world of organizational leadership, the integration of emotional intelligence (EI) within the framework of conscious leadership has e
Eddy Paul Thomas
Apr 8, 20242 min read
The Future of Work: How Conscious Leaders Are Shaping Tomorrow's Businesses
In the modern market, the convergence of conscious leadership and empathy is not just a trend but a strategic imperative for companies...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Mar 19, 20242 min read
Addressing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue Among Leaders (The Unbroken Place Podcast Recap)
In the latest episode of the, Eddy delves into a critical conversation with Dr. Stephanie Romero, focusing on the pervasive issues of...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Mar 12, 20243 min read
Cultivating Empathy in the Eye of the Storm: Strategies for Supportive Workplaces
Maintaining empathy in stressful workplace situations is crucial for fostering a positive and supportive environment, especially in...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Feb 20, 20243 min read
The Unseen Path to Connection: A Journey to Empathy
In a world increasingly driven by digital interactions, the essence of human connection begins to fade, replaced by a landscape dominated...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jan 22, 20242 min read
Beyond the Bottom Line: Embracing Empathetic Leadership for Sustainable Growth in 2024
In 2024, the global business landscape is rapidly evolving, influenced by a multitude of factors ranging from technological advancements...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Preserving Mental Health Amidst Racism: Empowerment Amidst Prejudice
Recently, I had the honor of being a guest on the Dig New Streams Podcast with Dave Capozzi , where I discussed some of the powerful...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 6, 20233 min read
Cultivating Compassion in Crisis: Sustaining a Healthy Work Environment Amidst Global Tensions
In work environments intermittently eclipsed by the shadow of humanitarian crises, such as the ongoing conflicts in the Democratic...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 6, 20232 min read
The Profound Intersections of Empathy, Sympathy, and Race: Unraveling the Human Connection
In the fabric of human society, the threads of empathy, sympathy, and race are woven together to create a complex, vibrant tapestry....
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 5, 20232 min read
The Differences Between Empathy and Sympathy: A Deep Dive into Emotional Intelligence
In the ever-evolving landscape of emotional intelligence, two words often surface: empathy and sympathy. While used interchangeably in...
Eddy Paul Thomas
May 29, 20232 min read
The Power of Language: Unveiling Workplace Inequity
The language we utilize is a fundamental tool for communication, shaping our interactions, and influencing our perceptions of the world.
Eddy Paul Thomas
May 10, 20205 min read
Original Sin
What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone?
Eddy Paul Thomas
Mar 26, 20203 min read
Unshakable Faith, Unbreakable Spirit
It doesn’t take much to find sources of frustration or discouragement these days. Growing up as a kid in the ‘70s and ’80s, we had four...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Feb 27, 20204 min read
Two Steps Forward...
On February 26, 2020, the US House of Representatives passed a bill that would (if passed by the Senate and signed by the president) ...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jan 6, 20194 min read
Hope Floats
Several years ago, I made the decision to leave the comfort of my home and travel to Louisville, Kentucky. At the time I was looking at...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jan 29, 20183 min read
Looking Back Before I Step Forward
As I sat down in a local coffee shop and enjoyed the quite…a quiet that would soon be upended by the scraping of ice, the loading of...
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