In an effort to help her clients at work, Farah Harris discovers the masking and code switching that black women do to survive in predominantly white workplaces takes a toll on their personal relationships.  

Farah Harris is the author of The Color of Emotional Intelligence and the founder of Working Well Daily, a wellness and mental health company. She is a certified EQ practitioner and a mental health therapist.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How do marginalized groups use emotional intelligence differently than those in the majority?
2. What are the stressors that come with trying to mask one's authentic self in predominantly white spaces?
3. How can emotional intelligence be used to improve communication and relationships in personal and professional settings?
4. How can leaders who care about creating compassionate and just workplaces get started using emotional intelligence effectively?

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