At some point in time, we fooled ourselves into believing that we’re logical beings, when beneath the surface our every thought is ruled by feelings. That’s not to say we’ve lost control but that to find it we need to own our feelings, not push them down. That, my friends, is Emotional Intelligence. And unlike IQ, it’s something you can learn.
The beautiful benefit of EQ is that the better you know yourself, the deeper you can go in your connection with others. Whether they be your friends or your family, your partners or your team.
And it’s not just the warm, fuzzy feelings that make that worthwhile. Strong relationships give us the support and courage to live life on our own terms.