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Building Emotional Intelligence

Building emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable skill that involves understanding and managing your own emotions as well as being able to recognize and influence the emotions of others. Remember that building emotional intelligence is an ongoing process that requires practice and self-reflection. By developing these skills, you can enhance your ability to navigate social interactions, build stronger relationships, and achieve greater overall well-being.

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Building Emotional Intelligence

Building emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable skill that involves understanding and managing your own emotions as well as being able to recognize and influence the emotions of others. Remember that building emotional intelligence is an ongoing process that requires practice and self-reflection. By developing these skills, you can enhance your ability to navigate social interactions, build stronger relationships, and achieve greater overall well-being.

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Building Emotional Inteligence

Prof. Kibet PK

Machakos University
Introduction
• Building emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable skill that
involves understanding and managing your own emotions as
well as being able to recognize and influence the emotions of
others.
• Remember that building emotional intelligence is an ongoing
process that requires practice and self-reflection.
• By developing these skills, you can enhance your ability to
navigate social interactions, build stronger relationships, and
achieve greater overall well-being.
• This video gives you some strategies to help you enhance your
emotional intelligence
Strategies to Enhance Emotional Intelligence
1. Self-awareness
• Reflect on your own emotions and try to understand their root causes.
• Pay attention to your reactions in different situations.
• Practice mindfulness to stay present and aware of your emotions.
2. Self-regulation
• Develop the ability to control impulsive behaviors and manage your emotional reactions.
• Practice relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to stay calm in
challenging situations.
• Set realistic goals and maintain a positive attitude.
3. Motivation
• Identify your personal and professional goals.
• Stay focused on your goals even in the face of setbacks.
• Find intrinsic motivation by connecting tasks to your values and interests.
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4. Empathy
• Practice active listening to understand others' perspectives.
• Put yourself in others' shoes to appreciate their feelings and experiences.
• Cultivate a genuine interest in the well-being of others.

5. Social skills
• Develop effective communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Build strong relationships by expressing empathy and understanding.
• Resolve conflicts through open and constructive dialogue.

6. Observation and awareness


• Pay attention to non-verbal cues, such as body language and facial expressions.
• Be aware of the emotional climate in a given situation.
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7. Continuous learning
• Seek feedback from others to gain insights into your emotional intelligence.
• Learn from your experiences and adapt your behavior accordingly.
• Stay open to new perspectives and be willing to grow emotionally.

8. Cultural sensitivity
• Understand and appreciate cultural differences in emotional expression.
• Be open to learning about and respecting diverse emotional norms.
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9. Positive relationships
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with others.
• Build a support network that encourages emotional well-being.
• Offer support and encouragement to those around you.
10. Conflict resolution
• Learn constructive ways to resolve conflicts without escalating emotions.
• Focus on finding solutions rather than assigning blame.
• Use effective communication to express your needs and concerns.

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