Of the four important components of EI, self awareness is the starting point of emotional intelligence. Making a good decision is about first understanding yourself, your triggers, your likes and dislikes and more importantly, avoiding the emotional biases.

EI is under rated, but to become more emotionally intelligent I think you need to become self aware of your own emotions. I found the more I reflected on situations I feel I failed in I found a few common denominators. Once I started to identify what emotions made me the weakest I was able to come up with a game plan to attack it. Two big ones for me is getting frustrated, and over committing. To tackle Frustration, I developed skills to recognize it sooner so I could find another path in that situation. If I wasn't in control of the path, I would ground myself and remember the end goal and everyone has there own life happening behind the scenes. To tackle Over committing I really had to work on my empathy vs sympathy.

It enables individuals to comprehend and manage emotions, both their own and others', fostering effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution. Practically, EI enhances interpersonal relationships, empowering leaders to inspire and motivate teams towards shared goals. It aids in navigating complex organizational dynamics by fostering empathy and understanding diverse perspectives. Moreover, EI enables adept handling of stressful situations, facilitating rational decision-making under pressure. Ultimately, in the business realm, EI is indispensable for fostering a positive work culture, enhancing productivity, and driving sustainable success.

Empathy, a cornerstone of emotional intelligence, enables individuals to consider the perspectives and emotions of others when making decisions. By empathizing with stakeholders and understanding how their decisions may impact them, individuals can make more informed and ethical choices that prioritize the well-being of all parties involved.

Empathy v.s Sympathy. It is hard to understand the difference until you see the after math of mixing them up. I used sympathy for a while when making decisions, then I got burned because I mentally over committed and that didn't help either of us. The aftermath of that was being cold and closed off not wanting to give either.. Now I can identify the difference and actively interchange them when necessary, and I fell it makes me a better leader because of it.

Amo essa parte sobre gerenciar as emoções. É realmente um convite a colocar uma inteligência nas emoções. O papel das emoções é nos levar a ação, fazer com que façamos algo, mas podemos sim fazer de uma forma maia cuidadosa e que nos aproxime das pessoas ao nosso redor e não nos afaste.

A comunicação baseada na inteligência emocional pode facilitar a troca de informações tornando-a mais clara, objetiva, estruturada, assim como promover a escuta ativa e a compreensão das emoções envolvidas. Isso ajuda na avaliação do contexto, na gestão de conflitos, no posicionamento profissional e pessoal e na consideração das perspectivas das partes envolvidas. Além disso, fortalece a resiliência emocional, promove a empatia e proporciona uma base sólida para tomar decisões assertivas.

Emotional intelligence scaffolds an effective communication. Whether one is a professional or not we all have to fall into communication on a daily basis and ones emotional intelligence helps one to craft and carve healthy relationships. It not just facilitates you to deal with situations without much hustle but also navigates you through conflicts and creates collaborative and positive interaction environment.

In a world filled with stress, anxiety, and existential dread, think better so that you can feel better. Thoughts and feelings are not opposing forces but complementary aspects of our well-being. To neglect one at the expense of the other is to deny ourselves a holistic understanding of human nature, relegating us to a state of perpetual imbalance. Honing our ability to think critically and rationally is a noble endeavor. It is a journey marked by constant self-reflection and growth, a testament to the enduring power of the human intellect. Thinking better fosters empathy and understanding towards others. We recognize that beneath the surface of every emotion lies a story, a narrative shaped by individual circumstances and perspectives.

Here's an insightful story: Coffee or cup An old group met years after college at their professor's home. Despite their successful careers, they discussed increased stress and diminishing joy in life. The professor listened and then asked them to get cups for coffee from the kitchen. They chose the best cups, ignoring plain ones. The professor pointed out they focused on the cups' appearance rather than the coffee. He explained that life is like coffee, and jobs, money, and status are like cups—mere tools for living, not life itself. True happiness comes from making the best of what we have, not from external possessions. Balance external sources of happiness with more permanent ones for a joyful life

Overall, emotional intelligence serves as a crucial framework for decision-making, empowering individuals to make thoughtful, ethical, and effective choices that consider both their own emotions and the emotions of others. By integrating emotional intelligence into decision-making processes, individuals can navigate complexity with confidence, integrity, and compassion.