Emotional intelligence is transformational — learn insights and strategies for using the power of EQ in your personal relationships and for yourself!
Learn three quick and effective steps to wise journaling. For amateur and seasoned journalers alike, this skill will provide insight into your behavioral and emotional patterns.
Read MoreRelationships are the bedrock, the foundation, of a long and satisfying life. And according to a growing body of research, building community is quite literally a matter of life and death. So what helps us build community?
Read MoreLearning your attachment style might completely change how you (and your partner) fight, play, and build a relationship.
Read MoreWant help to solve a conflict? You need to get to the root of the problem, which is the disparity between the two sides’ perceptions of what’s happening. This tool helps you do exactly that.
Read MoreHow do you get better and reach your goals? Practice! But what’s the best way? Here’s a free minicourse where you’ll find out, in just 5 emails
Read MoreThe other day, I heard a girl on the street say, “I saw a guy with a Trump shirt on, and I literally crossed the street.” It seems she’s not the only one, as division has reached all time highs. This is the story of one man’s journey to start reaching across the divide – and how we can do the same.
Read MoreWhile luck may play a role, it really comes down to a simpler, and even more applicable, secret to life success.
Read MoreDo you embrace “practice” in your life? Meet professional musician who’s gives away her practice time to enhance others.
Read MoreWant to know how to improve emotional intelligence? Here’s how to tune in to start, with downloadable resources + power tips from our certified practitioners all around the world on increasing self-awareness
Read MoreAfter horrific events in the news, do you share your feelings w kids/students… or try to reassure by hiding your feelings? How can we talk with children about these difficult feelings?
Read MoreHow do we rewrite habits? Do you want to pen new, healthy ones or erase worn, harmful ones?
Read More“Ultimate wellbeing has nothing to do with what’s outside us,” says Daniel Goleman. What would happen if we could fully take charge of our own wellbeing… and what’s the neuroscience that will help make it so?
Read MoreBeing home for the holidays is fun, and can also be difficult. Here is my plan for maximizing the love this holiday season.
Read MoreBe compassionate… not just to others, but starting with yourself.
Read MoreA deluge of violence and trauma in our headlines leaves me feeling… a thunderstorm. How can emotions fuel wellbeing in the face of this onslaught?
Read MoreWant to know how to be a great leader? It all starts with knowing your purpose, your why. This article can help you find yours.
Read MoreWant concrete tips for how to be more optimistic? You are in the right place. Ask yourself these 3 questions in challenging situations.
Read MoreThe topic of climate change can feel overwhelming. When faced with the possible extinction of species, sea level rise, and other massive changes, it is no wonder the feelings are strong. Feelings can include denial, fear, anger, hope, sadness, hopelessness and resolve. How can we have a personal, respectful conversation with each other about the […]
Read MoreDo you want to know how to understand people more easily? A starting point is a wide-spread lie we tell others — and ourselves. Here’s how to connect on a deeper level.
Read MoreHere’s a wonderful collection of books about emotional intelligence, including six key concepts for every parent to share with children (and books to do so!)
Read MoreListening to What Our Bodies Are Telling Us – By Beth Offenbacker, PhD Have you ever been unsure how you feel about something? As I’ve gotten older, I find sometimes I live more “in my head” than sometimes I want to. And as someone with a brain preference for Rational data (see the Brain […]
Read MoreHow can we counter the shadow of perfectionism? Increasing self-compassion and empathy will free us to be our best.
Read MoreHave you been making lists each day but not making progress? Most goals are missing and essential component: emotional intelligence. Power up your goal setting with EQ. By adding the CLEAR method for setting goals to your SMART goals routine, you’ll boost your effectiveness. With CLEAR methodology you can use emotional intelligence in goal setting […]
Read MoreStress is on the rise – especially after the recent election. Fortunately, a bit of emotional intelligence will help you dissolve stress the fun way: Humor! Here’s how to use emotional intelligence to fuel laughter to manage stress. When Was the Last Time You Laughed? The terribly stressful events of recent weeks–I write in the […]
Read MoreWhen feelings run hot, how can we use emotional intelligence to fuel our commitment for positive change… and support children to create a better world?
Read MoreMutually respectful relationships are a foundation for human rights. So how can children & adults use emotional intelligence to strengthen relationships?
Read MoreWant to be successful in stressful change? Don’t lose focus, use stress to connect people & lock reflection into the process.
Read MoreWant to “win” the argument? Negotiate conflict effectively by adding emotional intelligence in this simple 4-step process: Get REAL solutions!
Read MoreLife is full of stress. Wouldn’t it be great if there was an instruction manual? Here’s 5 things that should be in it.
Read MoreIt’s one of the most frequent questions in emotional intelligence workshops worldwide. How can I get better at controlling my feelings? The language of this question reveals a bias that there are bad emotions requiring control – which means exerting power to subdue. Here’s a simply radical shift in perspective: How can I get better at harnessing […]
Read More“Real change will take place when individuals transform themselves guided by the values that lie at the core of all human ethical systems, scientific findings, and common sense.” –the Dalai Lama If you could encourage people to make just one small change to transform the world, what would you ask them to do? Daniel Goleman […]
Read MoreTired of feeling bored? Finally we can understand the reasons behind the feelings of being trapped, restlessness, lack of challenge, and lack of purpose.
Read MoreStress kills… or does it? In the light of new neuroscience, maybe it’s time rethink stress – which might just save your life.
Read MoreWhen I was at university in Toronto, I found out that riding a bike in a city with streetcars presents a very special challenge. I’m riding along and, for the first time, come to a street with tracks; they’re embedded in the road, just a little metal channel… the perfect size to cause big problems […]
Read MoreEQ Stories are profiles of people whose lives have been helped by emotional intelligence and Six Seconds’ coaching model. This story is from Six Seconds’ Marilynn Jorgensen, Master Coach/ICF Trainer. Why is emotional intelligence coaching so powerful? “Bill” is a senior leader who needed EQ: ” I was moving up in my career and yet […]
Read MoreWant to increase trust with someone? Try this challenging-but-rewarding framework for requesting trust.
Read MoreWant more clarity about how much you trust someone? Try these 3 techniques for assessing trust in a relationship.
Read MoreWhat makes a powerful question? Teachers, coaches, parents who want to generate deeper thinking need to know these three levels – with video.
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