Ep 24: Coping with Financial Stress – The Role of Emotional Intelligence

I’m joined by Executive and Emotional Intelligence Coach, Natasha Hughes, to explore how emotional intelligence can help us better navigate financial stress and even financial abuse.With decades of leadership and coaching experience, Natasha shares powerful insights on how developing emotional intelligence can improve our responses to financialpressure, strengthen our relationships, and support long-term wellbeing.Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:🔹 Emotional Intelligence is a SuperpowerMore than just a soft skill, emotional intelligence helps us recognise and regulate our emotions—especially in high-stress financial situations.🔹 Empathy is EssentialIn an increasingly digital world, empathy remains a crucial human strength forconnection, leadership, and healing.🔹 It’s a Skill You Can BuildUnlike IQ, emotional intelligence isn’t fixed. Through greater self-awareness and emotional regulation, we can all enhance our ability to cope and make clearer decisions.You'll find the Link to Natasha's website and further information on the services she provides below:https://natashahughes.ie/