{"id":43427,"date":"2025-03-19T15:19:36","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T14:19:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/?page_id=43427"},"modified":"2026-04-04T16:10:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T14:10:04","slug":"human-leadership","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Emotional intelligence"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Emotional intelligence \/ Home EN<\/h1>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Wendy-van-Mieghem-foto-Slochterbos-2-versie-2-mb.jpg” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slider show_arrows=”off” use_bg_overlay=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Wendy-van-Mieghem-foto-Slochterbos-2-versie-2-mb.jpg” auto=”on” auto_speed=”3000″ auto_ignore_hover=”on” custom_css_slide_description=”animation-name:none;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slide heading=”Breathing space for humanity” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable results” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable recovery” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Growth” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Behavior Change” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Pattern Change” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Attitude Change” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Culture Change” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Sustainable Mental Health” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Human focused Leadership” use_bg_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||” header_font_size=”46px” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][\/et_pb_slider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Wendyvanmieghem.com-EN-Emotional-intelligence-vierkant-versie-180825.jpeg” alt=”Emotional intelligence – Home EN – Wendyvanmieghem.com” title_text=”Wendyvanmieghem.com EN Emotional intelligence vierkant versie 180825″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.myflodesk.com\/newsletter” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Subscribe to my newsletter” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_orientation=”justified” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”1.8em” text_line_height_phone=”1.7em” text_line_height_last_edited=”off|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Emotional intelligence as a basis for growth<\/h2>\n

As a psychologist and sociologist, I a<\/span>m building a platform and community<\/strong><\/a> dedicated to seeing people as they truly are, beyond appearances. I happily help you create space for your own and others’ humanity, so you can perceive, feel, and act beyond standard solutions and increase quality and well-being.<\/p>\n

In my work, I combine lived experience with professional expertise to write books<\/strong><\/a>, develop online training courses<\/strong><\/a>, and offer consultancy<\/strong><\/a>, executive coaching<\/strong><\/a>, and personalized programs<\/strong><\/a> focused on sustainable recovery, growth, and lasting constructive change.<\/p>\n

\n

\n

I enjoy teaching professionals how to make their work and private lives meaningful, rewarding, and fulfilling every day. With the same amount of time, attention, energy, and money, you can achieve more rewarding, healthier, and deeper recovery-supporting results that not only improve your mental health and quality of life but also those of others.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

<\/span><\/p>\n

Use effective strategies\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
\n

Giving more breathing space to humanity helps you connect more deeply with yourself and others. What was previously overlooked can now be acknowledged and transformed. On my website, you can find effective strategies<\/strong><\/a> that guide you step by step toward sustainable and effective outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

I enjoy talking about my work! Feel free to contact me<\/strong><\/a> if you’re looking for a passionate speaker who brings a fresh perspective and offers breathing room to those feeling overwhelmed.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

I connect with professionals and partner with brands and organizations that support my mission to raise awareness and promote sustainable results in mental health, human-centered leadership, and cultural change. If that’s you, let’s connect!<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Warm regards,<\/p>\n

Wendy van Mieghem<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” locked=”off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

Some clients<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_6,1_6,1_6,1_6,1_6,1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/logo-het-zuiderlicht.png” title_text=”logo-het-zuiderlicht” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/web_NHL_Stenden_logo_ENG_blue_x3-1125728132.jpg” title_text=”web_NHL_Stenden_logo_ENG_blue_x3-1125728132″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo-infinite-bv.jpeg” title_text=”logo infinite bv” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-Gemeente-Groningen-e1542141804415.jpg” title_text=”logo Gemeente-Groningen” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Zonneveld_logo_web-scaled.png” title_text=”Zonneveld_logo_web” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Gadero-logo.png” alt=”Gadero logo” title_text=”Gadero logo” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” locked=”off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

What is your next step?<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

See the human: increase your emotional intelligence<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Increase-emotional-intelligence-vierkant.jpeg” alt=”Increase emotional intelligence – Wendyvanmieghem.com” title_text=”Increase emotional intelligence vierkant” url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/see-the-human” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”90%” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/see-the-human” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Read more” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Executive coaching<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Executive-coaching-by-Wendy-EN.jpg” alt=”Executive coaching – Wendyvanmieghem.com” title_text=”Executive coaching by Wendy EN” url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/executive-coaching” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/executive-coaching” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Go to Executive coaching” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_option_url_new_window=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Consultancy<\/h3>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Consultancy-EN.jpg” alt=”Consultancy – Wendyvanmieghem.com” title_text=”Consultancy EN” url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/consultancy” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/consultancy” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Go to Consultancy” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Human-leadership-1.jpeg” alt=”Human Leadership – Wendyvanmieghem.com” title_text=”Human leadership 1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_orientation=”justified” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”1.8em” text_line_height_phone=”1.7em” text_line_height_last_edited=”off|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

\n

Why breathing space for humanity?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The rejection of our humanity unconsciously seeps into every workday. You suppress your needs or those of others, dismiss feelings, or become trapped in expectations, blame, and judgments. Unintentionally suppressing what is human leads to feeling unsafe and powerless, and leads to a lack of healthy human contact and communication. This gives rise to misunderstandings, frustration, and deficiencies. People withdraw. How on earth do you get things done\u2026?<\/p>\n

Breathing space for humanity begins with you: by recognizing how you treat yourself and those around you. Things can improve by learning to deal constructively with needs, emotions, pain, and tensions that have been previously suppressed or denied. No more avoiding or postponing; instead, acknowledge what is necessary to understand your humanness. This way, you and others can move forward. You make a difference by increasing your emotional intelligence and applying it to your actions and attitude.<\/p>\n

By aligning your thinking, feeling, and actions, you become the reliable and safe leader that people enjoy working with. This fosters a work environment where people collaborate more effectively, feel heard and valued, and this, in turn, enhances overall results.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/see-the-human” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Start here” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slider use_bg_overlay=”on” bg_overlay_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_size=”contain” module_alignment=”center” link_option_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/online-community\/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_style_all=”none” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slide heading=”Join Our Online Community!” button_text=”Read more” button_link=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/online-community\/” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_video_mp4=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picmonkey-people-in-forest-8-sec.mp4″ background_enable_video_mp4=”on” link_option_url=”https:\/\/wendyvanmieghem.com\/en\/online-community\/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”]<\/p>\n

We offer you a secure base to learn to deal with humanness constructively. Learn through interaction and nurture your sustainable change process from the inside out.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_slide][\/et_pb_slider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_orientation=”justified” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”1.8em” text_line_height_phone=”1.7em” text_line_height_last_edited=”off|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

\n

Why I do what I do<\/span><\/h2>\n

From an early age, I combine a keen eye for observing human behavior with an open heart and mind. I like to get to the core of what is going on, in order to work on sustainable recovery, growth, change, and leadership from there. In doing so, I like to live by example in dealing with the hustle and bustle of humanity. Once you are willing to do the inner work, so much constructive change is possible in work and life.<\/p>\n

I learned early on that not everyone can, wants, or dares to do this. As a child, I witnessed my parents struggling with their emotions, pains, and tensions daily. Rather than seeking help or learning to care for themselves, they did everything possible to avoid their feelings. When I turned 18, my parents abruptly repudiated me.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In the following years, I not only learned how to recover from the damages that were done, but I also discovered that many other people, like myself, struggled with how to deal constructively with their emotions, needs, tensions, and pain. It is not up to me, nor to anyone else, to push you through your fears. You have to be ready to look at yourself in the mirror. Only when you’re willing to regularly invest your time, attention, and effort into achieving sustainable results does the time come for me to add value to your process. If that\u2019s what you want me to do, of course. I can do this by listening carefully and attentively to how you relate to yourself and giving you constructive feedback.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_orientation=”justified” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”1.8em” text_line_height_phone=”1.7em” text_line_height_last_edited=”off|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n