Developing Emotional Intelligence

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Everybody knows intelligence is important, but until the 90's we relied on the testing of IQ to measure it. The problem was that IQ didn't really predict success. When the term emotional intelligence began being used it became clear that it may well provide the missing link for understanding what makes some people more successful than others.

A teenager with a higher EQ will be better at communicating with others, and that helps them to resolve conflicts, understand where other people are coming from and support them. All of this helps them to manage their own emotions and overcome life's challenges.

The REALLY good news is that, unlike IQ, it isn't fixed; we can grow our EQ, and we can help our teens to develop theirs too.  

So, when Betty asked us to take a look at how she can do that for her twins we decided it was a great topic to discuss.

EMPATHY VS SYMPATHY:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw

REFERENCES:
http://drbarbaraklein.squarespace.com/twins-develop-differently-than/
https://www.talentsmarteq.com/articles/11-signs-that-you-lack-emotional-intelligence/
https://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2017/nov/03/emotional-intelligence-why-it-matters-and-how-to-teach-it

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