In a world that celebrates speed and urgency, patience often feels like weakness. But what if patience is actually your greatest strategic advantage as a leader?

In Episode 7 of Love & Light Leadership, Dr. Phenessa Dr. Phenessa unpacks patience—not as passive waiting, but as an active, powerful fruit of the Spirit that transforms how we lead ourselves and others. Drawing from 2 Timothy 4:2 and Proverbs 25:15, Dr. Phenessa explores how patient leadership creates space for growth, builds psychological safety, and breaks through resistance with grace rather than force.

You'll discover:

• The neuroscience behind patience and how it strengthens your prefrontal cortex for better decision-making
• Why Kurt Lewin's change management model proves patience is essential during organizational transformation
• How holistic leadership—rooted in Jan Smuts' and Florence Nightingale's work—integrates heart and mind
• Three practical strategies to lead with patience this week, including the power of the pause
• Why extending grace to others starts with extending it to yourself
• How emotional intelligence and trauma-informed practices create cultures where people can truly thrive

Whether you're navigating change, developing your team, or learning to be kinder to yourself, this episode offers research-backed strategies and spiritual wisdom to help you Love Bold, Live Lit, and Lead Forward. Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 4:2 (The Voice), Proverbs 25:15

Episode Length: 8-10 minutes

Download your thank-you gift for joining me today: Love & Light Leadership Podcast Companion Journal Template.

Enjoy the Meditation for Leaders on YouTube to start your week: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveLightLeadership.

✨ New episodes weekly — for deeper connection, exclusive resources, and a like-hearted community, join the Love & Light Leadership Movement.

💖Support the podcast here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-light-leadership-podcast–6730707/support. 

Love Bold. Live Lit. Lead Forward.