Mental Fitness Meets Biblical Wholeness
INTEGRATING POSITIVE INTELLIGENCE® WITH CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER AND THE ROOTED COACHING FRAMEWORK:
At The Center for Biblical Coaching & Leadership (TCBCL), we believe transformation comes not by choosing between neuroscience, modern psychology, or ancient Christian Contemplative practices, but by prayerfully integrating all of them. We believe that the journey toward wholeness requires a biblically-centered, Spirit-led, neuroscience and psychologically informed approach. That’s why we have prayerfully chosen to bring together the modern neuroscience-based tools of Positive Intelligence® (PQ) with the ancient practice of Contemplative Prayer, mainly Centering Prayer.
Through Positive Intelligence® (PQ), you can identify and interrupt destructive mental patterns that sabotage your potential. Through Centering Prayer, you open yourself to the healing presence of God.
In the ROOTED Coaching Model, PQ forms the neural and emotional foundation for transformation, while contemplative prayer keeps us anchored in divine presence. Together, they empower a Spirit-led life that is biblically centered, mentally renewed, and purposefully deployed.
What Makes Positive Intelligence Different?
PQ trains you to recognize the inner voices that distort your thinking. These voices—called saboteurs—trigger negative emotions, distort your identity, and limit intimacy with God and others.
(ROOTED Phase: Reflect)
This aligns with the Reflect phase of the ROOTED journey, where we awaken awareness and begin noticing the inner noise (Psalm 139:23–24).
Treat the root cause not the symptoms
Our factor analysis research has revealed the foundational root-level enablers and disablers of optimal performance and well-being. PQ doesn't merely treat behavior—it reveals and rewires the hidden beliefs and mental reflexes behind it.
(ROOTED Phase: Own → Overcome)
This reflects the Own phase of ROOTED, where we take responsibility for what’s operating beneath the surface and surrender to biblical truth (1 John 1:9).
Focus on Habit Formation
Unlike many quick-fix solutions, PQ forms lasting habits by rewiring neural pathways that form lasting new habits for sustained results. That’s why we call this “mental fitness.” Through short daily exercises called PQ reps, you learn how to shift from anxiety or frustration into peace and clarity.
(ROOTED Phase: Overcome)
These spiritual and mental shifts empower the Overcome phase of ROOTED, where you begin choosing Spirit-led responses over false-self reactions (Romans 12:2).
Develop all 3 core muscles
Mental fitness requires three core muscles. PQ strengthens three internal muscles:
1. Saboteur Interceptor – Notice and name the thought pattern.
2. Self-Command – Return to present awareness (PQ rep or sacred word).
3. Sage – Access calm, creative, Spirit-guided wisdom.
(ROOTED Phases: Overcome → Transform)
This builds into the Transform phase of ROOTED, where Christlike character is cultivated (Ephesians 4:22–24).
one operating system, many applications
Through factor analysis, PQ has discovered the core operating system of the mind that can run a massive variety of work and life applications. Once you’ve built these muscles, PQ becomes a mental operating system applicable to work, relationships, spiritual formation, and leadership.
(ROOTED Phase: Equip)
This represents the Equip phase in ROOTED, where new patterns are stabilized for long-term growth (Hebrews 5:14).
a platform for ongoing growth
Similar to physical fitness, mental fitness is not short-term training. PQ isn’t a one-time program. It’s a lifelong growth platform—helping you embody grace and peace even under pressure.
(ROOTED Phase: Equip → Deploy)
This prepares you for the Deploy phase of ROOTED: walking into the world as a non-anxious, Spirit-anchored leader and ambassador of Christ (Philippians 4:9).
research-based, measurable results
PQ is based on rigorous research involving over a million participants and offers results in stress reduction, performance enhancement, emotional resilience, and relational harmony. PQ tools have been field-tested with thousands of tough-minded participants, ensuring their efficacy.
Be Happier and Perform Better
In both Personal AND Professional Roles
Breakthroughs happen in:
- Performance: You operate with focus and flow, like athletes “in the zone.”
- Happiness: You feel less stressed and find peace even in adversity (Philippians 4:7).
- Relationships: · You engage with empathy and strength, deepening trust.
Ready to Explore PQ in a Biblically-Centered Way?
Discover how the ROOTED Coaching Model integrates PQ with contemplative prayer and Scripture to guide you into spiritual and mental renewal.
- Explore the ROOTED Framework
- Read the 7-Minute Sacred Pause
- Book a Discovery Session
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