The Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop, organised by YUVA and held at the elegant Voilà Hotel in Bagatelle, Mauritius, offered a remarkable opportunity for leaders, professionals, and aspiring changemakers to deepen their understanding of three essential dimensions of intelligence — Intellectual (IQ), Emotional (EQ), and Spiritual (SQ). Facilitated by the esteemed Dr. Krishna Athal, the workshop attracted around 70 participants, all keen to enhance their leadership potential and develop a more conscious, effective approach to decision-making. The full-day session combined rigorous theory with immersive, hands-on activities, creating a space where learning was both engaging and transformative.

A Full-Day Immersion into Leadership Intelligence

The workshop ran from 9 AM to 4 PM. From the outset, the atmosphere was energising and collaborative, bringing together professionals from diverse sectors, each with unique perspectives and experiences. Dr. Krishna Athal set the tone for the day with an approachable yet highly insightful facilitation style, emphasising the integration of learning, self-reflection, and practical application. The agenda was carefully structured to balance theoretical discussions with interactive exercises, ensuring that participants could immediately apply concepts in a meaningful way.

Participants were introduced to the core principles of IQ, EQ, and SQ, exploring how each dimension contributes to leadership effectiveness. The Intellectual Quotient (IQ) segment focused on analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving strategies, highlighting the importance of clarity and precision in decision-making. The Emotional Quotient (EQ) portion explored emotional awareness, empathy, and interpersonal dynamics, demonstrating how emotional intelligence strengthens team cohesion and organisational culture. Finally, the Spiritual Quotient (SQ) segment invited reflection on values, purpose, and consciousness, underscoring the importance of ethics and purpose-driven leadership in fostering sustainable impact.

Experiential Learning Through Group Work

One of the standout features of the workshop was the emphasis on experiential learning and group activities. Participants engaged in carefully designed exercises that encouraged collaboration, communication, and practical application of the theoretical frameworks. These activities ranged from solving leadership challenges in teams to analysing real-world case studies, providing opportunities to integrate IQ, EQ, and SQ in a tangible and meaningful way.

The group work was particularly impactful because it fostered peer learning. Participants discovered new perspectives and strategies by interacting with colleagues from different professional backgrounds, enhancing both individual and collective problem-solving skills. Many attendees commented on how these sessions deepened their understanding of leadership dynamics and reinforced the importance of balancing analytical thinking, emotional awareness, and ethical decision-making in real-life scenarios. The hands-on approach also created a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose among participants, making the workshop experience both enjoyable and deeply memorable.

Insights from Dr. Krishna Athal

Throughout the day, Dr. Krishna Athal shared cutting-edge insights from the science and psychology of intelligence. Guided self-assessments allowed participants to identify their own strengths and areas for growth across IQ, EQ, and SQ. By combining these reflective exercises with interactive discussions, participants gained a clear understanding of how their cognitive, emotional, and spiritual capacities influence leadership effectiveness.

Dr. Athal’s facilitation highlighted the interconnectedness of these three dimensions, demonstrating that effective leadership cannot rely on intelligence alone but requires a holistic integration of mind, heart, and purpose. Attendees were encouraged to reflect on their personal and professional experiences, identifying patterns and behaviours that support or hinder balanced leadership. This reflective component made the learning deeply personal and actionable, allowing participants to leave with both insights and practical strategies that could be implemented immediately.

Harmonising Thinking, Feeling, and Being

A central theme of the workshop was the importance of harmonising thinking, feeling, and being. Dr. Krishna Athal emphasised that conscious, effective leadership arises when analytical reasoning (IQ), emotional intelligence (EQ), and values-driven decision-making (SQ) are in alignment. Participants explored techniques for integrating these dimensions into their everyday professional practice, learning how to make decisions that are not only rational but also empathetic and ethically grounded.

The workshop offered concrete tools to enhance leadership effectiveness, including reflective exercises to increase self-awareness, communication strategies to foster empathy, and collaborative problem-solving approaches that strengthen team dynamics. By balancing these three dimensions, participants were empowered to lead in a way that is both impactful and sustainable, creating positive outcomes for themselves, their teams, and their organisations.

Practical Tools for Conscious Leadership

Beyond theory and discussion, the Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop provided numerous practical tools for personal and professional growth. Exercises were designed to help participants enhance their emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and align actions with personal and organisational values. Attendees were encouraged to apply these tools immediately in their work, from improving team collaboration to making more conscious and ethical decisions.

Many participants highlighted that the hands-on approach, coupled with reflective practices, made the learning experience both memorable and actionable. The combination of individual self-assessment, group exercises, and guided discussions enabled attendees to leave with a renewed sense of confidence in their leadership abilities, equipped with strategies that could be applied across a variety of contexts.

A Transformative Leadership Experience

For all participants, the Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop was more than just a learning event — it was a transformative experience. The balance of expert facilitation, robust theoretical content, practical exercises, and collaborative group work created an environment where participants could grow personally and professionally.

Attendees left the workshop with renewed clarity and practical tools to strengthen their intellectual, emotional, and spiritual capacities. The event demonstrated that modern leadership requires more than technical expertise or intelligence alone. True leadership emerges when thinking, feeling, and purpose are aligned, allowing leaders to act consciously, make ethical decisions, and inspire those around them. The Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop reaffirmed YUVA’s commitment to providing experiences that develop not just skills but holistic leadership potential.

Tereza Röslerová – Communications Officer