Emotional Intelligence creates an enormous difference in a pastor’s life—making him or her more insightful into self and others and more masterful in managing relationships. As a result, highly emotionally intelligent pastors are both more effective (and satisfied) in their work and less likely to become a candidate for burn out. We all have emotional intelligence and the good news is that pastors can develop it further!<br><br>Jeannie Clarkson, PhD is a licensed psychologist and professional counselor, and the researcher behind a study linking emotional intelligence and performance-based self-esteem with burnout among Christian pastors. She is the founder of Christian Care Connection, a multi-staff professional counseling center in the greater Toledo, Ohio area.