Emotional Competence

Everyone is entitled to have feelings, and no one can argue with your feelings.

You can never truly be friends with someone if you do not feel comfortable disagreeing with them.

Being respectful of others is necessary in order to communicate effectively and resolve conflict.

Mediation is usually effective in problem-solving because the mediator has no vested emotional involvement in the issue.

Asking others for advice when making decisions is an indicator that we are not good decision-makers.

It is not normal to have emotions.

Emotional intelligence is more important than your 1Q.

Taking time to think things through is not a good decision-making skill.

Meeting your own emotional needs is selfish.

Only our past affects our perception.

Carrying a grudge can be hazardous to your health.

Social skills are generally more important than having a genius IQ.

Your views on everything in life are formed by your perception.

One of our former presidents, Ronald Regan, did not have the education of many in politics, but had great social skills, which made him a successful president.

It is not necessary to build a strong emotional vocabulary, and is okay to not fully express your emotions.