P.S. We Expire with Morgan Motsinger

• Ep.83: Emotional Intelligence + Spiritual Intelligence with Yosi Amram

  If you're asked to think of someone emotional, whether in your friend group or family, someone immediately comes to mind. I would bet that your thoughts about being "emotional" conjure negative feelings.  Why is that?  In 1990, the term "emotional intelligence" was developed to bridge the gap between what is considered uncontrolled and irrational about emotions into the realm of thoughtful and measured. While people can certainly take this idea too far by intellectualizing emotion and feeling, the new term enabled people to talk about emotions in a new way.  Yosi Amram, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist, a CEO leadership coach, a pioneering researcher in the field of spiritual intelligence, and a best-selling award-winning author. Previously the founder and CEO of two companies that he has led through successful IPOs, Yosi has coached over 100 CEOs many of whom have built companies with thousands of employees and revenues in the billions. In this conversation, Yosi shares his thoughts on spiritual intelligence, its relationship with emotional intelligence, and the importance of finding purpose in life. He emphasizes the need for both individual autonomy and community connection, exploring how cultural values shape our understanding of these concepts. The dialogue also touches on the significance of recognizing our contributions to the greater whole and the cyclical nature of connection and disconnection in our spiritual journeys. In this conversation, Yosi discusses the importance of embracing both joy and pain as essential components of a meaningful life. He emphasizes the concept of spiritual intelligence, particularly in leadership, and how it can enhance organizational culture and financial performance. The discussion also delves into the challenges of embodying qualities like humility and presence, and how contemplating mortality can clarify one's values. Ultimately, Amram highlights the interconnectedness of life and the self-renewing nature of love and joy. -- Yosi has engineering degrees from MIT, an MBA from Harvard, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Sofia University, he is a pioneering researcher in the field of spiritual intelligence, whose research has received over 1000 citations. As the author of the Amazon Best-Seller and Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal-winning Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired, Yosi is committed to awakening greater spiritual intelligence in himself and the world. Spiritual Intelligence (SI) is not a belief in a higher power or God, nor is it an experience of awakening, or a momentary realization of Oneness. Rather, SI is deepest and highest expression of our life force energy and sacred spark of life involving to the ability to draw on, embody, and express qualities and virtues hailed by all the world's spiritual traditions, such as purpose, service, trust, gratitude, compassion, presence, humility, integrity, and higher-self, to name just a few. These are the qualities that naturally arise when connecting to and rooting ourselves in our spirit essence, whereby we feel inner-, inter-, and ultra-connected, connected to ourselves, connected to others, and connected to the sacred and transcendent dimension of life. Yosi began his leadership journey in the Israeli military, where he received numerous awards and garnered the fastest promotion record in his regiment’s history. Despite these accomplishments, the military chafed at his soul, eventually inspiring Yosi’s lifelong quest for more humane approaches to leadership, which led him to start and build his own companies. Yosi is also the founder of several non-profits, including trueMASCULINITY.org, Engendering-Love.org, and AwakeningSI.org. For further information about Yosi and his work, please see www.yosiamram.net and/or subscribe to his YouTube channel @AwakeningSpirituaIntelligence. To learn more about spiritual intelligence and to receive your free assessment of your spiritual intelligence profile, or to assess your spiritually intelligent leadership competencies, including self- and 360-assessments, visit ww.intelligensi.com    

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• Ep82: Joyous effort, Buddhism, and the path to personal growth with Janet Ettele

  In this conversation, Janet Ettele shares her journey of self-discovery, influenced by her love for music and the teachings of Buddhism. She discusses the importance of silence, mindfulness, and the role of storytelling in conveying spiritual teachings. Janet emphasizes the concept of joyous effort in personal growth and the significance of finding a teacher in life. The conversation explores themes of openness, acceptance, and the interconnectedness of all beings, while also addressing the challenges of compassion in a divided world. Finally, Janet reflects on how music serves as a spiritual practice and a means of expression. In this conversation, Janet Ettele shares her journey into writing and storytelling, discussing the process of creating characters and narratives that convey profound teachings on compassion and wisdom. She emphasizes the importance of practice in learning, particularly in meditation, and how it can help individuals overcome the noise of their minds. The discussion also touches on the significance of aligning one's life with core values to achieve inner peace and fulfillment. Janet introduces the concept of the six perfections in Buddhist teachings and how they can guide individuals toward a more compassionate life. The conversation concludes with insights on integrating mindfulness into daily life and the importance of being present in our relationships. Bio: Janet Kathleen Ettele is a musician and author who blends her background as a student of Buddhist dharma with her art, seamlessly bringing its teachings into contemporary practice through her writing and music. She has performed with Tencho Gyatso, the niece of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, and Grammy Award nominee and Tibetan flutist Nawang Khechog. A graduate of Berklee College of Music in Boston, where Ettele studied music composition, becoming an author decades later was an unexpected but welcome opportunity. Ettele worked in the entertainment industry until becoming a mother. She lives in Connecticut, where she has raised two sons and has happily welcomed the addition of two grandchildren. Ettele has also recorded two CDs, Piano Mandalas and Piano Mandalas-Compassion, which are collections of her meditatively improvised music. Find Janet: https://janetettele.com/ https://www.instagram.com/janetettele/ https://www.facebook.com/janet.ettele https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063516554816 https://www.youtube.com/@janetettele8818  

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• Ep81: Time Poverty and the Addiction of Busyness with Peggy Sullivan

  So here's the thing about "time poverty" — it's just a fancy term for what most of us are doing: running around like our hair is on fire while responding to emails at stoplights and calling it "multitasking." Being busy is not a personality trait. It's not an achievement. It's not even productive half the time. We've all bought into this hustle culture garbage where we think answering Slack messages at 11pm somehow makes us better humans. Spoiler alert: it doesn't. It just makes us tired humans with eye strain who keep saying things like "I'm slammed" when friends ask to grab coffee. Here's what I learned from Peggy Sullivan, who sounds like she has her life together in ways I can only dream about: we need to identify all those low-value activities that are sucking up our time like a teenager's gaming console sucks up battery life. You know, the stuff we do that feels productive but is actually just busywork. And self-care? It's not selfish. It's necessary. It's oxygen mask territory — put yours on first before helping others. But not in that Instagram #selfcare way where you take pictures of your bath bombs while still answering work emails with your pruney fingers. The path forward isn't some dramatic life overhaul where you suddenly become a productivity guru with color-coded calendars and a perfect morning routine. It's micro steps. Little happiness rituals. It's saying "no" to things that don't align with your values, which is something many of us are still learning to do well into adulthood. --- Peggy Sullivan is a keynote speaker, author, and researcher whose viral TEDx talk, with millions of views, has inspired audiences worldwide to overcome busyness and achieve peak performance without sacrificing well-being. Through her signature Busy Busting Framework—trusted by Fortune 500 companies like Google, Bank of America, and BlueCross BlueShield…she reveals how packed schedules can reduce productivity and fulfillment. With humor, personal stories, and research-based strategies, Peggy empowers individuals and organizations to shift from hustle to purpose, unlocking greater engagement, resilience, and success. You can find Peggy on her website: www.peggysullivanspeaker.com. --- To learn more about the grief retreat in southern California in September, visit: Oaks Center: Navigating Grief and Loss Find Morgan on her website morganmotsinger.com  

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• Ep80: Battling for bliss: why your happiness is worth the fight

  I've been feeling very down but lately, I've felt a renewed sense of determination to pursue happiness. But...how? I'm sharing super practical ways I've been bringing happiness into my life. I also share why the pursuit of happiness is not selfish but an important part of well-being an longevity.   Find Morgan on her website https://www.morganmotsinger.com/ Download the free E-Book "Know Thyself" here https://morganmotsinger.myflodesk.com/lpeqn3ujro Chapters 00:00 The Pursuit of Happiness 06:27 Understanding Happiness: Hedonic vs. Eudaemonic 12:05 Practical Steps to Cultivate Happiness 19:00 Mindset Shifts for Happiness 24:11 The Importance of Joy in Life

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• Ep79: Caregiver PTSD with Dr. Lisa Peña

  Dr. Lisa Peña is a doctor of pharmacology, author, mental health advocate, and mother to beautiful children, one of whom has a rare disease. In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa shares her journey as a mother of a child with disabilities, detailing the challenges and triumphs she has faced over the years. From navigating the complexities of autism and a rare gene disorder to advocating for mental health and community support, Lisa emphasizes the importance of education, self-compassion, and radical acceptance. She discusses the impact of caregiving on mental health, the need for systemic change in support for caregivers, and the power of shared experiences in group therapy. Ultimately, Lisa's story is one of resilience, growth, and the ongoing journey of healing.   You can follow Lisa on Instagram, order her book Waiting for the Light Bulb, and watch this episode on YouTube. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Parenthood and Career Changes 02:56 The Journey of Advocacy and Community Building 05:41 Facing New Challenges: A Diagnosis Journey 08:58 Understanding Complex PTSD and Its Impact 11:46 The Role of Self-Compassion in Caregiving 14:42 Radical Acceptance and Ongoing Healing 17:38 Creating Support Systems for Caregivers 20:57 The Importance of Education in Handling Hardships 23:48 Finding Safety in Uncertainty 26:41 The Power of Self-Reflection and Learning 30:02 Building Resilience Through Connection 32:56 The Need for Preventative Care in Healthcare 35:42 Conclusion: Embracing the Journey of Caregiving 51:11 Self-Awareness and Seeking Help 54:37 Confronting Taboo Topics 56:02 The Importance of Support Systems 01:01:05 Navigating Grief and Identity 01:07:19 The Power of Group Therapy 01:15:43 Witnessing Grief and Connection 01:26:51 Education as a Coping Mechanism    

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