Simply put, emotional intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and manage emotions…
More simply put: Emotional intelligence is the ability to make emotions work for you, instead of against you.
JUSTIN BARISO
Takeaways of Note:
answers to five of the most popular questions regarding emotional intelligence:
1- What is emotional intelligence? – the ability to identify, understand, and manage emotions.
2- What are the types of emotional intelligence? – a) Self-awareness, b) Self-management, c) Social awareness, d) Relationship management
3- How do you know if you are emotionally intelligent? – everyone possesses a degree of emotional intelligence; a 5-min, 17 question self-assessment is provided in the posting
4- Can emotional intelligence be taught? – Yes, to an extent; genes, environment & our formative years play an important role
5- How can I become emotionally intelligent? – begin with self-awareness & asking yourself (& others) the below questions…
- In what situations do I find that emotions work against me?
- What effect does my communication have on others?
- How would I (or you) describe the way I make decisions?
- Do I tend to make decisions slowly or quickly?
- How do my mood or emotions affect my thoughts and decision-making?
- Do I tend to focus on the positive or negative traits of others?
- What traits in others bother me? Why?
- Do I find it difficult to admit when I’m wrong? Why or why not?