Does IQ shape our destiny? In other words, does our success or failure at school determine how successful we will actually be in our adult lives? Does our ability to solve logical and mathematical problems mean that we are smart and will mean that we will be able to solve other problems in life? Daniel Goleman thinks otherwise. He has done big research on the discovery of a different kind of intelligence: emotional intelligence. In this book, you will see that we had very little knowledge about the human brain and intelligence before and that we have undervalued the role of emotions in thought, decision-making, and individual success.
So, are there people among us that have mastered emotional intelligence? Yes! They are the ones who excel in all areas of their lives, who have strong, happy relationships, and who are successful in their work. Some of the qualities they have to include self-awareness, impulse control, persistence, zeal, motivation, empathy, and social deftness.
By researching thoroughly about our brain architecture, our emotions and rationality, Goleman and other researchers have found out that each of us can build emotional intelligence at any stage of our lives and as a result improve the quality of our lives and achieve more success, and achieve not only material success but also become happier and psychologically healthier human beings. And because our emotional lessons begin in our early childhood, which can influence the brain’s circuitry, this book will also provide guidance for parents and schools.