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by R. J. Atkins (Author)
Unlock your potential for harmonious relationships and inner growth by honing a skill that is much more valuable than your IQ!
Do you sometimes find it hard to express your emotions, or suddenly feel angry, sad, or frustrated without knowing exactly why?
Do tense moments get the better of you, resulting in impulsive reactions you later regret-both within work and personal settings?
Does it sometimes feel like you're not enjoying life to the full because things easily get you down, you overthink situations, or worry about the future outcomes of current issues?
Perhaps you feel like life is sailing past you because you take things to heart, find it hard to resolve conflicts, or take criticism too personally.
If so, you may dream of handling challenging situations with emotionally intelligent responses instead of reactivity.
Perhaps you've already tried to regulate your emotions or hone the art of assertive communication, but you find it hard to keep things consistent.
Or you've mastered some skills (like empathy) but find others (such as being an active listener) more challenging.
The good news is that emotional intelligence isn't something you're "just born with." It can be sharpened by anyone at any stage in their life.
This book will guide you through all the key aspects of EI. It contains proven strategies that will make a big difference in your relationships with others while enhancing your well-being.
Within these pages, you'll discover:
- The science behind human emotions - and why knowing your triggers is the first step toward responding to them intelligentlyThe key pillars of emotional intelligence - plus a signature emotional intelligence assessment that will reveal key information about your strengths and areas of improvement4 steps to becoming an emotional scientist - discover the main components of emotions and master each of them to develop intelligence at every levelVital questions to ask yourself to sharpen your social awareness, plus a powerful exercise to boost self-acceptanceHow to overcome obstacles to EI - including self-limiting beliefs and lack of motivation The art of emotional regulation - leverage the 8 Cs and 5 Ps for a higher self and avoid saying or doing something you'll regretHow to be a great listener and make others feel heard - sharpen your verbal and non-verbal language abilitiesA 4-step strategy to enhance your social skills and help you become a persuasive, social, influential leaderHow you can build healthy, fulfilling relationships at home, work, and in your social circle, and avoid toxic energy vampires
