Love, Happiness and Success with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby #166 - Cultivating Emotional Intelligence
Sep 23, 2019
Linda Pounds, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Megan Terry, a relationship expert and emotional intelligence coach, dive into the essence of emotional intelligence. They discuss how it influences personal and professional relationships, emphasizing self-awareness as a crucial first step. Listeners will learn to recognize signs of low emotional intelligence and explore practical strategies for improvement. The conversation also highlights the role of emotional regulation in leadership and personal growth, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their emotional skills.
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Emotional Intelligence: Key to Success
- Emotional intelligence is crucial for strong relationships and career success.
- Low emotional intelligence can lead to relationship struggles and hinder professional growth.
Blind Spot of EI
- Most people overestimate their emotional intelligence, creating a significant blind spot.
- Objective assessments reveal that far fewer individuals possess high emotional intelligence than self-perception suggests.
Emotional Intelligence Defined
- Emotional intelligence involves recognizing, understanding, and managing your own emotions, as well as influencing others' emotions.
- Unlike IQ, emotional intelligence can be improved and developed over time.