My guest on today’s show is Dr. Yosi Amram Ph.D. Dr. Amram is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, and pioneering researcher of spiritual intelligence, a concept that has received over 1,000 academic citations. Growing up in a Jewish home in war-stricken Israel, Dr. Amram received early exposure to religious fundamentalism, war, and the trauma that can come with both. He was not only a bystander in the war-stricken environment, but he was also drafted and served in the Israeli Air Force for three years. Dr. Amram's military service ignited his desire for a more compassionate and humane leadership approach. Yet, as the CEO of a public company with a rising stock price, he experienced a psychospiritual breakdown, which catapulted him into a spiritual awakening.
Dr. Amram has a MBA from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in Clinical Transpersonal Psychology from Sofia University. Dr. Amram differentiates spiritual intelligence from religious beliefs. He emphasizes it as a profound connection with one's inner spirit where inspiration resides. His work not only explores the depths of spiritual intelligence but also provides actionable insights for cultivating a more mindful, compassionate, and inspired approach to life and leadership.
If you’re interested in the distinction between emotional intelligence and spiritual intelligence, and in the science of spiritual intelligence and leadership, you’ll love this episode.