Traits like extraversion, agreeableness, and good coping skills are key. But, like 40 years ago, so is a sense of humor. NASA ...
To answer those questions, let’s go back to the white bear problem. (Sign up here for my free email emotional intelligence course.) The white bear problem was popularized by Harvard psychologist ...
So how emotionally intelligent are you? You could take an emotional intelligence test. Or you could just see how you answer the following questions. Say you’re okay with getting feedback, even when it ...
Enter a school of education today and you’re likely to hear a phrase like this: “IQ is good, but EQ [emotional intelligence] is essential.” This reflects a profound shift in how we think about ...
My colleague Jeff Haden had a great take recently on the difference between advice and feedback. If I can summarize his distinction: It’s well worth reading the entire column. I’m grateful because it ...
The debate over whether AI will replace humans in the workforce often boils down to a handy, twofold explanation: AI will replace humans for most repetitive and manual labor tasks, while humans will ...
"It is our responsibility to learn to become emotionally intelligent. These are skills, they’re not easy, nature didn’t give them to us—we have to learn them." -Paul Ekman Earlier today, I was sharing ...
Your emotional intelligence (EI) is all about managing your emotions while understanding those around you. Your emotional quotient (EQ) actually measures your EI through assessments. According to the ...
Tension: We fear direct confrontation but also crave honesty and respect in our interactions. Noise: Conventional wisdom says we should ignore subtle digs or respond in kind—neither solves the deeper ...
Want emotionally intelligent kids? Experts say it starts with how you handle their feelings — and yours. Dr. Becky Kennedy is known for her science-backed parenting advice and podcast called “Good ...