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Emotional Literacy 101: A Quick Guide for Fathers with Jim Dethmer

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Nov 26, 2024
Jim Dethmer, a best-selling author and co-founder of The Conscious Leadership Group, shares invaluable insights on emotional literacy. He discusses the often-misunderstood nature of emotions and identifies five core feelings: anger, sadness, fear, joy, and sexual energy. Dethmer emphasizes mapping emotions to physical sensations, aiding fathers in navigating challenging situations. He highlights the critical role of emotional presence in nurturing relationships with children and partners, and offers practical tools for enhancing emotional intelligence.
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INSIGHT

Emotional Intelligence Defined

  • Emotional intelligence is the ability to handle my and others' emotions effectively.
  • This produces more aliveness, freedom, connection, intimacy, and wisdom.
ADVICE

Applying Emotional Intelligence

  • Consider how emotional intelligence applies to all relationships, not just fatherhood.
  • It's relevant for interactions with children, partners, colleagues, and even neighbors.
INSIGHT

Emotional Literacy First

  • Emotional literacy is a prerequisite for emotional intelligence, which precedes emotional wisdom.
  • It involves knowing what a feeling is and identifying core feelings.
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