B2 – Upper Intermediate
Emotional intelligence, often called EQ, is the ability to understand, manage, and express emotions effectively. It also involves recognizing and responding to the emotions of others. People with strong emotional intelligence can handle stress, communicate well, and build healthy relationships. In today’s world, EQ is just as important as IQ because it helps individuals succeed both personally and professionally.
Watch the video to know more and be able to answer the questions below.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does the word “discern” mean? “A person with high emotional intelligence can easily discern how others feel, even when they don’t say anything.” Use the word in a sentence. Give 2 synonyms.
- What does the phrase “to align the heart with the head” mean? “Using Emotions is the ability to align our hearts with our heads.” Make one sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “correlate” mean? “Stress levels often correlate with how well a person manages their emotions.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- Do you think emotional intelligence is more important than academic intelligence in achieving success? Share your thoughts.
- Can emotional intelligence be learned, or is it something people are born with? What is your opinion?
- How can emotional intelligence help improve relationships at school or in the workplace?
- In what ways does emotional intelligence influence a person’s ability to handle stress and conflict?
- Peter Salovey concluded that “People in good moods are better at inductive reasoning and creative problem-solving.”. Why do you think this is?
- What are ways we can improve our EI? How do you try to improve yours?