Hey friends, welcome back to Magnetic Communication. I’m Sandy Gerber, and today’s episode is one I know you’re going to feel — literally. We are talking about Emotional Self-Control. Let me ask you something: Have you ever walked out of a conversation thinking, “Why did I just say that?” Or made a decision in the heat of the moment — that your cooler, wiser self regretted three hours later? That’s the difference between emotion-based behaviour and value-based behaviour. And once you spot the gap between the two, you start communicating like a leader, not just reacting like a human. This episode breaks down how to stop letting your emotions run the show — and use your Emotional Self-Control (EQ) to build trust and connection instead. Let’s get into it.

Hey friends, welcome back to the Magnetic Communication podcast. I’m Sandy Gerber — and today, we’re talking about word activators - a few tiny words that can totally change how people respond to you. These are simple word swaps that activate clarity, trust, and collaboration in conversations. And when you use them, people not only understand you better — they like you better. Let me explain. You ever hear someone say something nice to you and then follow it with a “but”? Like, “I love your idea… but I think we should go in a different direction.” Ouch. It’s like a compliment karate-chopped in the face. That’s the thing about “but.” It negates everything that comes before it. It’s the ultimate verbal eraser. So today, we’re diving into four of my favourite Word Activators — small changes you can make instantly that will shift your tone from defensive to collaborative, unclear to magnetic. Let’s go.

Hey there, welcome back to the Magnetic Communication Podcast. Today we’re talking hand gestures. Not palm reading, not high-fives—though I do love a good high-five—but the secret body language your hands are speaking even when your mouth is saying something else. This week, I turned down a very promising sales proposal. Why? Because the salesperson’s hand gestures made me uncomfortable. His body said one thing, his words said another—and my gut? My gut did not buy what he was selling. Here’s the thing most people forget: your body language is the outward reflection of your inner thoughts and emotions. It’s science. You might be saying all the right things, but if your hands are sending mixed signals, people will pick up on it. And spoiler alert—they’ll believe your hands over your words every single time. I’ve been fascinated with body language since I was a teenager. One day, I swiped a book from my mom’s “psychology for fun” pile—thank you, Allan Pease—and I was hooked. That book, Signals, is still on my shelf today. A little battered, a lot highlighted. What’s wild is that the gestures we make—how we move our hands, our posture, how we stand when we’re nervous or confident—are mostly universal. We learn them early. We copy what we see. And then they get baked in. They’re habits. And yet… most of us have no idea how those habits are showing up in our communication. So today, we’re going to decode seven hand gestures that can totally shift how people feel when they talk to you. These aren’t about faking anything—they’re about aligning your intent with how you show up.

Hi friend, Sandy here—and welcome to the final episode in our five-part Emotional Intelligence series on the Magnetic Communication Podcast. Today, we’re talking about something we all face—and most of us try to push through: stress. We’ve talked about knowing yourself, expressing yourself, connecting with others, and making clear decisions. But what happens when life doesn’t cooperate? When the pressure piles up, plans fall apart, and you still have to lead, parent, show up, or speak with kindness? That’s where stress management comes in—and it’s not just about bubble baths or taking deep breaths (although those help). It’s about building emotional endurance. Let’s get into it.

You’re listening to part four of our Emotional Intelligence series, and today, we’re talking about something that can change your entire day—how you make decisions. Because let’s be real: Life isn’t lived in big, dramatic turning points. It’s lived in the hundreds of tiny decisions we make every day. What to say. What to hold. What to stop tolerating. And when you add emotional intelligence to those decisions? You stop reacting—and start responding with clarity. Let’s dig in.

Sandy here—and welcome back to the Magnetic Communication Podcast. This is part three of our Emotional Intelligence series, and today we’re talking about something that affects everything—your relationships. Not just the big ones like your partner or your boss. I’m talking about the micro-moments—how you greet the barista, respond to feedback, or share the mental load at home. Because connection? It’s not a solo act. It’s a team sport. And today, I’m giving you the tools to play better—without losing yourself in the process.