In this episode of Awake Insights, host Henk dives deep into the world of emotional intelligence, communication, and empathy with Sandy Gerber, a certified communication and emotional intelligence coach. Sandy shares her personal journey of mastering communication, discovering emotional magnets, and the transformation it brought to her personal and professional life. They discuss the importance of understanding what drives our happiness, the impact of effective communication in personal relationships and the workplace, and practical tips for improving your connection with others. Tune in to learn about the four emotional magnets, how to ask the right questions, and the value of self-improvement in making meaningful connections.––– Chapters –––00:00 Introduction to Emotional Connection00:24 Exploring Emotional Intelligence01:00 Meet Sunday Gerber02:31 Sandy's Journey in Communication05:15 Understanding Emotional Magnets06:04 Applying Emotional Intelligence in Relationships07:28 The Power of Empathy and Connection10:10 Balancing Professional and Personal Life10:52 The True Impact Club24:28 Deep Dive into Emotional Magnets39:01 Practical Tips for Better Communication45:44 Self-Perception and Social Anxiety46:14 The Impact of Hybrid Work on Social Skills46:36 Connection Cues and Confidence Tools47:24 Emotional Intelligence and Self-Discovery49:04 The Structure of the Book50:20 Using Emotional Magnets in Business54:28 Body Language and Building Rapport59:41 Generational Differences in Communication01:13:02 Emotional Blockers in Communication01:16:35 Curiosity and Emotional Needs01:20:41 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts––– Socials Guest –––https://sandygerber.com/IG: @sandy_gerber_officialLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgerber/FB: https://www.facebook.com/SandyGerberCA––– Socials Host –––Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trueimpactclubFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/trueimpactclubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/trueimpactclubHenk Schepens: https://www.facebook.com/henkschepenscomTwitter: https://twitter.com/HenkSchepensLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henkschepens/