Impact of Spiritual Leadership on Organizational Culture and Its Consequences on Employee Stress

Abstract

This study looks into how spiritual leadership affects organisational culture and how it affects employee stress. A work environment that synchronises personal purpose with organisational goals is fostered by spiritual leadership, which is based on shared values, moral behaviour, and intrinsic motivation. This promotes psychological safety and well-being. In order to examine the relationships among stress, organisational culture, spiritual leadership, and emotional intelligence, the study uses a mixed-methods approach that combines qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys. The findings suggest that a key mediator in lowering stress levels is organisational culture. Through trust, selfless love, and a common goal, the benefits of emotional intelligence serve to further support the direct impact of spiritual leadership on organisational culture. By encouraging psychological safety, resilience, and teamwork, a supportive corporate culture significantly lowers employee stress, according to the research. Furthermore, by employing spiritual leadership techniques, leaders can create more wholesome workplaces that address the root causes of stress rather than just its symptoms.  By highlighting the importance of spiritual leadership in the formation of corporate culture, this study adds to the growing conversation about leadership philosophies and workplace health. The findings provide actionable insights to organisations interested in enhancing employee satisfaction, lowering stress, and improving performance through moral and values-driven leadership.