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Increase your E.Q. and transform your relationships with psychologist and author, Dr. Patricia Thompson.

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.5

- Define emotional intelligence and explain why it is so important for success in all sorts of relationships - whether personal or professional.
- Identify the four aspects that compose emotional intelligence.
- Increase their level of self-awareness by understanding their individual personalities and the impact they have on others.

What you'll learn

Define emotional intelligence and explain why it is so important for success in all sorts of relationships - whether personal or professional.

Identify the four aspects that compose emotional intelligence.

Increase their level of self-awareness by understanding their individual personalities and the impact they have on others.

Manage their emotions to enhance their relationships with some practical strategies.

Better understand others' personalities and increase their ability to empathize with those around them.

Build better relationships with stronger communication and an enhanced ability to manage conflict.

* Requirements

* There are no prerequisites for the course; however
* you will have an easier time doing the homework if you print out the associated workbook ahead of time.

Description

Do you wish you had better relationships?
Do you struggle to know what to do when conflict arises?
Do you find yourself putting your foot in your mouth more than you care to admit?
Do you want to be a better leader (or get promoted to a leadership position)?

This course will help you with all of those issues and more.

Research shows that emotional intelligence is a necessary quality for being your best in your personal and professional relationships. In fact, studies have found that the majority of workplace success in leadership positions is linked to emotional intelligence. In personal relationships, emotional intelligence also contributes to happier and deeper connections.

Take this course and transform your relationships at home and at work by increasing your emotional intelligence. This course, which has 3 hours of video, is designed to take 21 days, and is presented in easily digested highly actionable lessons, with daily homework assignments, and a downloadable workbook. By the end of the course, you will have the tools to understand and manage your emotions, influence and motivate others, and experience deeper, more fulfilling relationships.

Who this course is for:

This course is designed for anyone who could benefit from becoming more emotionally intelligent in order to enhance their relationships at work and at home.
The course is also designed for students who are willing to do some homework. Emotional intelligence is best learned through practice, and so each lesson will have an assignment associated with it.
Students who are open to experimenting with new behaviors will get the most benefit from the course.

Course content

6 sections • 33 lectures

Introduction to the Course 1 lectures

Introduction to the Course Preview 05:10

In this lecture I provide an overview of the course and provide helpful tips for getting the most benefit out of it. Make sure to download the workbook, as it includes all of your homework assignments for the course!

Overview of Emotional Intelligence 3 lectures

What is Emotional Intelligence? Preview 13:12

This lecture provides an overview of emotional intelligence and a helpful model for understanding the components of it. I also review research that shows why it is so important for career success.

How Emotions Affect the Brain Preview 07:35

In this lecture, I explain how our emotional reactions affect our brains, behaviors, and relationships.

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence

Take this quiz to make sure you understand the components of emotional intelligence and why it is so important to successful relationships.

Self-Awareness 7 lectures

Introduction to Self-Awareness Preview 07:58

This lecture covers the importance of self-awareness, and why it is the foundation of emotional intelligence.

Understanding your Strengths and Weaknesses Preview 05:14

In this lecture, I take you through an exercise that will give you a well-rounded view of your personality.

Getting Feedback Preview 10:21

This lecture will help you to get rid of blind spots by teaching you strategies to get the most constructive feedback from others.

Identifying Your Emotions Preview 07:01

Identifying your emotions is critical for managing them. This lecture walks you through how to do that.

Getting in Touch with Your Body Preview 23:57

We often experience emotions through our bodies. This lecture will take you through an exercise that will assist you in getting in touch with your body to enhance your emotional intelligence.

Understanding Yourself Under Stress Preview 05:34

This lecture explores stress and the impact it has on your dealings with others.

Self-Awareness Quiz

Take this quiz for a review of some of the main concepts in Section 2.

Self-Management 7 lectures

Introduction to Self-Management Preview 03:53

This lecture defines self-management and explains the importance of it for workplace effectiveness.

Developing a Self-Care Regimen Preview 06:47

In this lecture, I explain the importance of self-care for emotional intelligence, and cover what should be included in a comprehensive self-care regimen.

Deep Breathing Preview 13:38

Abdominal breathing is a powerful tool for managing emotions. In this lecture, I give a step-by-step guide on how to do it.

Question Your Story Preview 04:48

The stories we tell ourselves in a given situation have an impact on our emotions. This lecture gives you the tools to question your explanations appropriately.

Cultivating Positive Emotions Preview 10:05

The more positive emotions you experience, the better you will be able to deal with the negative ones. This lecture provides actionable strategies to increase your level of happiness.

Doing a Post-Mortem on Mistakes Preview 05:37

Sometimes, despite our best intentions, we do or say the wrong thing. This lecture explains how to use those situations to your advantage.

Self-Management Quiz

Review the self-management tips discussed in the course.

Social Awareness 7 lectures

Introduction to Social Awareness Preview 03:02

An ability to understand others gives you a competitive edge in the workplace. This lecture explains how.

Reflecting on Others' Personalities Preview 04:30

In this lecture, I give you a helpful way to better understand what makes those around you tick.

Listening Preview 09:52

The better your listening skills are, the better you will pick up on what's going on around you. This lecture provides you with tips and exercises to become a more effective listener.

Be Sensitive to Cultural Differences Preview 06:04

Emotionally intelligent people are culturally-sensitive. This lecture provides you with some tips to increase your effectiveness in dealing with people of different cultures.

Be Sensitive to Timing Preview 07:25

Timing is everything. In this lecture I talk about how to use timing to your advantage when relating to others.

Developing Empathy Preview 09:13

Understanding what is going on with others is critical to social awareness. This lecture gives you the tools to develop greater empathy for those around you.

Social Awareness Quiz

Relationship Management 8 lectures

Introduction to the Importance of Relationships Preview 03:28

In this lecture, I provide an overview for why relationships at work are critical for influencing and leading others.

Self-Reflection about Relationships Preview 05:48

People vary in terms of their attitudes about the importance of relationships at work. In this lecture I take you through an exercise to help you to examine your views on relationships.

Self-Disclosure Preview 07:25

This lecture covers self-disclosure and why it is so important for deepening relationships.

Acknowledging Feelings Preview 05:50

Some people can become uncomfortable when others display their emotions. In this lecture, we will explain how to respond effectively when others are expressing their emotions to you.

Respond Appropriately to Good News Preview 06:51

How you respond to good news has an important impact on your relationships. This lecture will give you a research-based approach to react to others' good news in a way that will deepen your connections.

Dealing With Conflict Preview 08:37

Conflict is inevitable. And, how you handle it can either help or hurt the situation at hand. This lecture teaches you how to deal with conflict in the most effective manner.