Emotional Intelligence and the Wheel of Emotions

These flashcards focus on the key concepts and vocabulary related to Emotional Intelligence and its various components as presented in the lecture notes.

Emotional Intelligence

A state-like individual difference that involves the ability to control emotions, self-awareness, other awareness, and emotion regulation.

Wheel of Emotions

A visual representation showing various human emotions, including optimism, love, fear, and anger.

Self-Awareness

The ability to recognize and understand one's own emotions.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Emotion Regulation

The ability to manage one’s emotions effectively.

High Emotional Intelligence

Characterized by self-management, social skills, and empathy.

Low Emotional Intelligence

Often associated with aggressive behaviors, poor listening skills, and challenges with change.

Social Skills

Abilities that facilitate interaction and communication with others.

Decision-Making

The process of making choices by identifying options and analyzing the situation.

Self-Regulation

The ability to control and manage one's emotions and behavior.

The Benefits of Emotional Intelligence

Includes better relationships, healthier responses, more confidence, and improved decision making.

Action-oriented

A trait describing individuals who prefer to act or take initiative quickly.

West Direction

Involves needing to know the who, what, when, where, and why before taking action.

North Direction

Describes individuals who like to act without long deliberations.

East Direction

Refers to those who look at the big picture and possibilities before acting.

South Direction

Characteristics of being caring and considerate of others' feelings before taking action.

Limitations of Emotional Intelligence

It can be vague, hard to measure, and varies significantly among individuals.