
How Emotional Intelligence Helps You Be Your Authentic Self
Nadia Jaftha
Description
<p>In this episode of Everyday EQ, Julia hops on the mic to talk about why emotional intelligence is the BEST tool to use to help us know ourselves better. She dives into how we've been taught to dismiss our emotions, despite the fact that they contain some of the most important information you'll ever need to know about yourself. This info, when acknowledged, can help you create a model for how to operate as your best self and achieve the success you want. Think of EQ like your operating manual that helps you optimize your operating system. Press play to hear a breakdown of how this works and how your uncomfortable and comfortable emotions are contributing. </p><p><br/></p><p>1:20 - At the core of it, emotional intelligence is all about you.</p><p>1:42 - We have a messed up relationship with our emotions. </p><p>3:02 - We have been taught to be at war with our emotions, but they hold so much key info that we shouldn't ignore</p><p>3:38 - Emotions are like f*ck bois/girls</p><p>3:55 - If we pay attention to our emotions, we can make better decisions</p><p>4:38 - EQ helps us bring info that's unconscious to our conscious awareness so we can take action on it</p><p>5:38 - While others are teaching you what worked for them, EQ teaches you what works for Y-O-U</p><p>6:27 - Increasing your EQ helps you operate at the highest possible level. Think of it like optimizing your personal operating system.</p><p>8:16 - The study of your EQ is about developing your self-governance and self-mastery </p><p>8:36 - And EQ applies to all areas of your life, like *these*</p><p>9:22 - EQ will revolutionize how you live. Casual.</p><p>9:46 - How does EQ help you create a tutorial for how to be your best self and achieve the success you want?</p><p>12:33 - What your emotional experiences are telling you: A breakdown of the messages behind uncomfortable and comfortable emotions</p><p>12:41 - Sidebar: There's no such thing as "positive" or "negative" emotions</p><p>12:26 - Back to what those