Hi, Paul - enjoyed this post:)

You have taught in one of my favorite ways - by giving me examples of language that displays both the emphasis on emotions and that which promotes a more balanced and thoughtful leadership approach.

Your main point that emotions are important, but should not solely drive our behavior and thinking is well taken.  In my counseling days, I often used the "Thinking, Feeling,  Behaving" triangle to help others understand the connections of these basic human activities.  You have nicely shown how to apply this within the leadership context.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us:).

John