Attribute #2: Distinguishing between the Higher Self and the Human Self

Explanation: Enlightening Leadership starts with a deep exploration into the heart of the evolution of your true, authentic nature, leadership, and purpose. It requires developing a deep understanding of our higher self while tending to our human self. The concept of the higher self often refers to a spiritual aspect of one’s consciousness, while the human self is the everyday, individual identity.

“One should arrive at leading one’s conscience to a state of development so that it becomes the voice of a better and higher self, of which the ordinary self is a servant.”

— Vincent van Gogh

Spiritual traditions suggest that the higher self is a wiser, more enlightened aspect of an individual’s consciousness. Interactions manifest through intuition, inner guidance, and a sense of connection to a deeper wisdom. The idea is by tuning into this higher aspect, we gain insights, make more aligned choices and experience growth.

Difference from Traditional Orthodoxy: Leaders typically operate from their human ego self, unaware of alternative ways of being. In the current paradigm, society believes Spirit applies to your personal life. Being a leader contains the expectation we divide ourselves; that we treat our leadership and our souls as separate.

Key Question: How would your higher self-lead differently than your human self?

Practical Application: Practices such as scheduling time to be in stillness and quiet, self-reflection, and an exploration of what moves you are often employed to strengthen the connection between the Higher Self and the human self. Hire a masterful coach, or mentor to empower you to lead from your higher self while tending to your human self. A masterful coach will guide you in creating ease and grace while minimizing effort and struggle. You will save time, money, effort, and energy while elevating efficient and effective results with velocity.