Emotional Intelligence 101: What this should look like in your home

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Ever wondered how emotional intelligence impacts our lives? Can understanding your own emotions positively influence your relationships and success? This episode invites you on a journey of self-exploration, examining emotional intelligence and its profound effects on our well-being. With the guidance of two remarkable books - Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goldman and Emotional Agility by Dr. Susan David, we'll demystify this often misunderstood concept and how it shapes our every day.

We delve into the significance of self-awareness, a vital aspect of emotional intelligence. Honing your emotional agility is all about 'showing up' - acknowledging, accepting, and being mindful of our emotions. We discuss the crucial 'step out' concept, inviting you to create a healthy distance between yourself and your emotions. This episode introduces the practice of journaling, a powerful tool to gain perspective and understanding of our emotions.

As we navigate the path of emotional intelligence, we also spotlight the development of coping skills. We draw upon Dr. Susan David's concept of 'Walking Your Why', a strategy to align actions with core values and long-term goals, and how understanding these values can help manage emotional triggers. We conclude the episode with an invitation - to you, our listeners, to share your topic suggestions. If there's a particular topic you'd like us to discuss, we're all ears! Let's connect on Instagram at cures underscore neuron. Remember, emotional intelligence is not a destination, but a journey. So, let's begin this journey together. Tune in, learn, connect and grow with us.

Resources:
https://jamesclear.com/core-values

Amazon (Canada):
Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman

Emotional Agility by Susan David

Permission to Feel by Marc Brackett 

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