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Emotional Intelligence
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What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional intelligence is a person’s ability to understand their own emotions, the emotions of others, and to act appropriately using these emotions.
Emotional intelligence never stops growing. Because we are always evolving as people, EQ is something that must be nurtured.
How IQ Differs?
IQ
Measure of an individual’s personal information bank
Memory, vocabulary and visual motor skills
IQ is set and peaks at age 17
Remains constant through adulthood
Components of Emotional Quotient
Intrapersonal – Self-regard, emotional self awareness, independence, self-actualization.
Interpersonal – Empathy, social responsibility, interpersonal relationships.
Adaptability –Reality-testing, flexibility, problem-solving.
Stress management – Stress tolerance, impulse control
General Mood – Optimism, happiness
How to Increase Your EQ?
Conduct a “personal inventory.”
Analyze the setting & identify skills needed.
Enlist trusted friends.
Focus on a few competencies.
Practice, practice, practice.
Be observant and reflective.
Don’t expect immediate results.
Learn from your mistakes.
Acknowledge your successes.