The Importance of Emotional Health for Leaders

This chapter discusses the significance of leaders being emotionally healthy and connected in order to effectively lead others. It emphasizes the need for leaders to engage in self-reflection, work on their attachments, and address their own pain in order to show up in a helpful way for their followers. The chapter highlights the fear and trepidation that leaders often experience when delving into their own stories and emotions, and emphasizes the importance of leading from a place of emotional security and attuning to others' emotions.