224. Why Emotional Mastery Is the New Superpower (with Transformational Business Strategist Candy Barone)

Hello, star lovelies and welcome to an exciting episode of our recurring interview series! I love having the chance to talk with peers and powerful leaders embracing the New Era of spiritual, soul-led leadership!

Today, powerhouse and Leadership Alchemist Candy Barone joins me for an inspiring conversation about intuitive leadership, navigating the chaos of the modern world, and harnessing the power of Human Design and astrology. 

They share expert insights, practical advice, and personal stories to help visionary leaders rise, adapt, and thrive as we enter a New Era.

I'm so excited to dive in!

Key Takeaways

Embracing the "Chrysalis Goo": Navigating Liminal Times

• Our current transition is sort-of a “chrysalis goo”—that uncomfortable, messy state between old structures and the emerging New Era.
• Grounding, self-regulation, and surrender are important during these rapidly shifting, uncertain times.
• Leaders are prompted to work on inner sovereignty: "We need to stabilize. We need to ground. And that means you individually need to learn your own ways to get so. Otherwise, you’re already in a wobble."

Human Design & Astrology for Soul-Led Leaders

• Candy explains the “great mutation” in Human Design, marking a shift from collective planning to the individualized “Sleeping Phoenix” energy by 2027.
• Kim explores how current and upcoming planetary movements, especially Uranus and Jupiter, influence intuitive abilities, communication, and emotional intelligence (“EQ”).
• They break down how to use these systems not as labels, but as empowering, practical frameworks for personal and professional evolution.

The Rise of Intuitive and Emotional Leadership

• Candy encourages embracing your clair senses—intuition, clear knowing, feeling, hearing—asserting, “You have more intuitive powers, because intuition is very much the opportunity right now.”
• New leadership is about teaching emotional regulation and leading from interdependence rather than codependence or power-over dynamics.

Two Quotes to Remember

• “We need to learn how to grow up and own our stuff and own our emotions, because it’s coming whether we want it to or not.” — Candy Barone
• “You were never meant to chase the timing. You are meant to become it.” — Kim Woods

Action Steps for Listeners

• Reflect: Consider how the “chrysalis goo” or liminal space is showing up in your life. What old systems or beliefs are you called to release?
• Experiment: Try grounding tools like crystals, movement, or breathwork for emotional regulation when you feel ungrounded.
• Explore: Dive into your own human design or astrological birth chart for deeper insight into your soul’s leadership blueprint.
• Embrace Intuition: Practice noticing when intuitive hits arise. Ask, “Is this mine?” and trust your body’s wisdom as you navigate decisions.
• Support the Next Generation: Recognize and nurture unique gifts in children and the emerging leaders around you, fostering environments that encourage emotional intelligence.

Connect & Engage

• Learn with Candy Barone: Discover free resources and human design tools at candybarone.com.
• Explore Kim Woods’ New Book: Get “The New Era Millionaire” and join the author circle or accelerator via Kim Woods’ website.

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