Emotional Intelligence
What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) refers to the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and influence emotions in oneself and others. It encompasses several key components:- Self-awareness: The ability to recognize one's own emotions and their effects on thoughts and behavior.
- Self-regulation: The ability to manage one's emotions, control impulses, and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Motivation: The drive to pursue goals with energy and persistence, influenced by emotional factors.
- Empathy: The ability to understand the emotions of others and respond appropriately to their feelings.
- Social skills: The ability to manage relationships, build networks, and navigate social complexities.
Emotional intelligence is important in various aspects of life, including personal relationships, workplace dynamics, and leadership. It can enhance communication, improve teamwork, and contribute to overall well-being. The concept was popularized by psychologist Daniel Goleman in the 1990s and has since been a focal point in psychology and organizational behavior studies.
- Snippet from Wikipedia: Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ is a 1995 book by Daniel Goleman. In this book, Goleman posits that emotional intelligence is as important as IQ for success, including in academic, professional, social, and interpersonal aspects of one's life. Goleman says that emotional intelligence is a skill that can be taught and cultivated, and outlines methods for incorporating emotional skills training in school curriculum.
Emotional Intelligence was on The New York Times Best Seller list for a year and a half, a best-seller in many countries, and is in print worldwide in 40 languages.
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- Emotional intelligence - Wikipedia — en.wikipedia.org
- What is emotional intelligence and how does it apply to the workplace? | Mental Health America — mhanational.org
- Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. People with high EI can identify how they are feeling, what those feelings mean, and how those emotions impact their behavior and in turn, other people. It’s a little harder to “manage” the emotions of other people - you can’t control how someone else feels or behaves.
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Why It's Important — online.hbs.edu
- Emotional intelligence is an important skill for leaders to have. But what does emotional intelligence mean, and why is it crucial? This post explains.
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- Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, manage, and use your own emotions positively to relieve stress, communicate effectively, and empathize with others.