What's Your EQ? The Signs of Emotional Intelligence & How You Can Improve Yours

What Is Emotional Intelligence and Example?

Emotional intelligence refers to your ability to understand, manage, and use your emotions to communicate with others and get to know yourself better.

someone who is able to express themselves effectively and respectfully has a high emotional intelligence. This means communicating in a caring and compassionate way rather than throwing a book at the wall in frustration. 

So, how do you know how your emotional intelligence ranks?

Do you need to improve?

A person with low emotional intelligence may further:

Have difficulty with maintaining relationships

Always steer the conversation about themselves

Display a lack of empathy for others

Have various strong opinions

Blame others

What Are the 7 Signs of Emotional Intelligence?

Those with high emotional intelligence often exhibit the following seven signs.

They get along well with and show genuine interest in others.

They understand their own weaknesses and strengths.

They take responsibility for their actions and let go of their mistakes.

They can effectively describe how they are feeling, even in difficult situations.

They have feelings of empathy and concern toward others.

They have self-confidence and display self-acceptance.

They are curious about others’ feelings.