What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand and express your
emotions in ways that are respectful of self and others. It is a balance between
the human aspects of emotion and cognition that result in better decisions and a
healthier life. Emotional Intelligence in a phrase coined in 1990 by Salovey,
Mayer and Caruso about the field of research on the emotions.
From “Executive EQ” by Robert Cooper, Ph.D. & Ayman Sawaf
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to sense, understand and effectively apply
the power and acumen of emotions as a source of human energy, information and
influence. EQ [like IQ except with emotions] motivates us to pursue our unique
potential and purpose and activates our innermost values and aspirations,
transforming them from things we think about to what we live.
Josh Freedman, Editor, EQ Today
EQ is the capacity to create positive outcomes in our relationships with
ourselves and others. These learnable skills create joy, love and success of all
kinds.
What does the science of
emotional intelligence show us?
It shows us that increasing
emotional intelligence produces significant positive results in increased
physical health (increased immune function, decreased cardiovascular disease),
decreased phobias, addictions, depression and anxiety and better life
satisfaction due to better relationships and more success in life.
What are the benefits of
increasing my emotional intelligence?
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reduce chronic physical problems
that have had limited response to the doctor’s suggestions
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reduce emotional suffering
(frustration, anxiety, sadness, stress)
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be comfortable when you experience
an unpleasant emotion
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experience more satisfying
relationships (colleagues, employees, family, friends, etc.)
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increase happiness and physical
well-being
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increase your personal success in
all you attempt to do (work, school, relationships)
What do I offer in the field of
emotional intelligence?
I offer a unique five-step program to increasing emotional intelligence. I am
available for programs, workshops, one-on-one coaching and speaking engagements
on this exciting field. I can tailor the program to be relevant to your
organization’s needs. I provide coaching services to help you increase your
emotional intelligence.
What is the next step?
E-mail me at
info@johannavanderpol.com, to arrange a time to discuss the options for your unique
application and together we can see if it would be the right thing for you.
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