“It is very important to understand that emotional intelligence is not the opposite of intelligence, it is not the triumph of heart over head—it is the unique intersection of both.” -David Caruso

Emotional intelligence has changed our understanding of intelligence remarkably. While so many people see emotions as something secondary to logic and reason, the research is clear that both IQ (intelligence quotient) and EQ (emotional quotient) play unique roles in our overall success, wellness, and happiness in life. Studies suggest that while IQ may predict academic and technical success, persons with higher EQ tend to have better mental health, stronger social connections, and greater resilience in facing life’s challenges. Our emotions are extraordinary marvels intertwined with all other areas of wellness.

Emotional intelligence (often abbreviated to EI or EQ) was first coined by psychologists Peter Salovey and John Mayer in the early 1990s and later popularized by psychologist Daniel Goleman in his book Emotional Intelligence.

It is helpful to think about emotional intelligence as having a personal component, what you see and what you do, as well as having a social component, what you see in the world and what you do in the world.........

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