EXCLUSIVE: Building emotional intelligence – where do you start?
Zee News
Numerous researches show that people with high EQ have better career success, health, relationship satisfaction and leadership skills.
New Delhi: There are many instances where we meet someone, who might not be exceptionally bright or talented but are doing great in life. They get along really well with others and are happy and content themselves. The credit for their sorted and blissful life, despite having to deal with numerous things on a daily basis like all other people, goes to their high levels of Emotional Quotient (EQ). Numerous researches show that people with high EQ have better career success, health, relationship satisfaction and leadership skills.
With an increase in awareness, people are recognising the importance of Emotional Intelligence in leading a happy and balanced life. A person that has high EQ is able to understand, interpret, and respond to various emotions and situations. They will be able to interpret if someone is angry or upset and react appropriately to control the situation.
However, there is debate whether one is born with a certain level of EQ or it can be learned and improved like other skills. Dr. Sanjeev P. Sahni,a renowned psychologist and behavioural expert reveals it is possible to improve one's Emotional Quotient.