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Emotional Intelligence

Emotions are powerful. They can override thoughts and profoundly influence behavior. Emotional intelligence (EQ) allows us to harness that power to understand ourselves, break bad habits, and relate to others better.

Emotional Intelligence Toolkit

Tools for managing emotions and bringing your life into balance

Improving Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Boost your emotional intelligence to help you be happy and successful

VIDEO: Why Emotions Matter

Discover the powerful role of emotions

Good Leaders Use Emotional Intelligence

To be an effective leader, emotional intelligence is an essential skill

Emotional Intelligence at Work

How EQ can make you a better employee, co-worker, or boss

Emotional Intelligence in Love and Relationships

Learn why emotional intelligence matters in romantic relationships

Improving Family Relationships With Emotional Intelligence

Learn how emotional intelligence can help strengthen bonds

Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children

Parenting strategies to help you build empathy and emotional awareness

Empathy

How to feel and respond to the emotions of others