When it comes to working with others, Marcel Schwantes believes emotional intelligence (EQ) is everything. As leaders, when we are being impulsive, shortsighted, reacting with anger in the heat of the moment, or not making decisions in our "right minds," it is because we … [Read more...] about 5 questions for assessing your own emotional intelligence
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5 ways to be a better listener in your relationship
In your relationship, you and your partner each come in with your own unique set of values, beliefs, and points of view. You both have an innate desire to be understood—to feel that you are being heard. Yet, as is often the case in the domain of emotions, you may not have been … [Read more...] about 5 ways to be a better listener in your relationship
We all need to vent. Here’s how to do it constructively
Although the urge to let off steam when we’re stressed may be universal, it’s not always clear whether doing so actually helps our stress levels or feeds them instead. But, thanks to a series of three studies, we have some new insights on venting. The main takeaway? Venting … [Read more...] about We all need to vent. Here’s how to do it constructively
This study brings us one step closer to conquering fear
Humans experience many powerful emotions: love, anger, excitement, and fear. The question is why do fearful memories stay with us so strongly when others become increasingly difficult to remember? Collaborating teams of researchers from Tulane University and Tufts University … [Read more...] about This study brings us one step closer to conquering fear
3 reasons it’s completely okay to not want children
There is a commonplace portrayal of a happy and loving family on television and in most media. This is the typical nuclear family of a married couple with a few kids. Unfortunately, people who choose not to have children, especially women, can face judgment, the implication that … [Read more...] about 3 reasons it’s completely okay to not want children