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S4E1: Mastering Emotional Intelligence

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Season 4 Episode 1 In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Fr. Steven Reilly, LC, on the crucial importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. They delve into how modern lifestyles often prioritize constant movement and distraction, leaving little space for introspection. This lack of self-awareness can quietly influence individuals, impacting their relationships and behaviors without their conscious recognition. By exploring these dynamics, they uncover how unprocessed emotions can unexpectedly manifest in actions, underscoring the significance of acknowledging and understanding our internal states for personal growth and healthier interactions. Father Steven Reilly, LC, is a member of the Legionaries of Christ. After having joined the congregation in 1982, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1994, in Mexico City.  He studied philosophy in Rome at the Pontifical Gregorian University and theology at the Legion’s own Pontifical University, Regina Apostolorum, also in Rome. He worked in Dallas, Washington, D.C., and New York. In 2020, he was named to the territorial council for the Legion’s North American territory and joined the territorial directorate community in Cumming, Georgia. His younger brother is also a priest in the Legion, Father Scott Reilly LC, who is currently assigned as the Legion’s center near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.