Are you curious by nature? Do you love to learn new things? Do you try to analyze the situation from another person’s point of view in a disagreement? If your answer has been “yes” to any of the previous points, it is likely that you have a high emotional intelligence or emotional quotient. The term “emotional intelligence” was coined by two researchers, and then popularized in the 1990s by bestselling author Dan Goleman, who described it as “people’s ability to recognize their own emotions and those of the others; discern between different feelings and classify them appropriately; use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior; and control or adjust emotions to adapt to environments or achieve personal goals. Since then, the workplace has seen a shift that has begun to favor soft skills such as dependability, critical thinking, and adaptability. Empathy, which is often used interchangeably with emotional intelligence, has taken its rightful place on that list.
However, emotional intelligence is not only necessary in the workplace; It can help you appreciate different points of view, learn new things, and become a better spouse, parent, friend, or neighbor. If you want to learn more regarding your emotional intelligence and how it influences your relationships, see a trained doctor or therapist. In the meantime, keep clicking through this gallery and learn the signs that you might have a high emotional quotient.
