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Improving Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

When it comes to happiness and success in life, EQ


matters just as much as IQ. Learn how you can boost
your emotional intelligence, build stronger relationships,
and achieve your goals.

What is emotional intelligence or EQ?


Emotional intelligence (otherwise known as emotional quotient or EQ) is the
ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions in positive ways to
relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome
challenges and defuse conflict. Emotional intelligence helps you build stronger
relationships, succeed at school and work, and achieve your career and
personal goals. It can also help you to connect with your feelings, turn
intention into action, and make informed decisions about what matters most to
you.

Emotional intelligence is commonly defined by four attributes:

1. Self-management – You're able to control impulsive feelings and


behaviors, manage your emotions in healthy ways, take initiative,
follow through on commitments, and adapt to changing
circumstances.
2. Self-awareness – You recognize your own emotions and how they
affect your thoughts and behavior. You know your strengths and
weaknesses, and have self-confidence.
3. Social awareness – You have empathy. You can understand the
emotions, needs, and concerns of other people, pick up on emotional
cues, feel comfortable socially, and recognize the power dynamics in
a group or organization.
4. Relationship management – You know how to develop and
maintain good relationships, communicate clearly, inspire and
influence others, work well in a team, and manage conflict.

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