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Six Seconds supports individuals and organizations to learn, measure and practice emotional intelligence. From families to schools to Fortune 500 companies, our goal is to have 1 billion people practicing emotional intelligence skills.
Emotional intelligence for: Business Education Coaching Personal Growth Parenting
Emotional Intelligence is being smarter with feelings.
Learn how to practice emotional intelligence for better relationships, stronger wellbeing, greater effectiveness, and a higher quality of life.
We’ve got people problems.
Most of the world’s challenges aren’t due to a lack of data or technical skills, they’re emotional and relational. Stress and complexity are on the rise, and wellbeing & employee engagement are falling. It’s time for more people-skills.
Emotional intelligence is the solution.
Research links emotional intelligence to life success, including critical success factors like relationships, effectiveness, wellbeing, and quality of life. It’s the foundation of healthy people, families, schools, communities and organizations.
Emotional intelligence for: Business Education Coaching Personal Growth Nonprofits Parenting
Why Six Seconds?
Six Seconds is the complete solution for emotional intelligence. With a suite of validated assessment tools, a transformational learning methodology, supportive community and 25 years of experience, we are here to help you solve your most pressing problems.
“Six Seconds is more than an organization with excellent resources and training programs. It is a community that has supported my work, my world and my purpose. It is a movement that is essential to the survival of humanity and is actually making a difference. I am honored to learn, work and be a part of this community.
“The leadership and mentorship of Six Seconds’ instructors are top notch…. What I have learned through their programs will forever impact me personally and professionally. Thank you!”
How We Can Support You
Grow your emotional intelligence with our global community of practitioners.
Resources & eLearning
Learn emotional intelligence from the comfort of your home or office and be who you want to be.
Tools & Assessments
Explore Six seconds’ suite of validated emotional intelligence tools for individuals and groups.
Certification Courses
Jumpstart your personal or organizational growth by investing in emotional intelligence.
Events
Join us online or in-person to experience our diverse, committed community of change makers.
Case Studies
Read case studies of Six Seconds tools & methods transforming organizations for the better.
Partnerships
Long-term, impactful partnerships are central to achieving our mission. Will you join us?
Our Blog
Read the latest articles from Six Seconds.
EQ Education News: Taking Care of Teachers
In this month’s newsletter we explore educator burnout, bringing you research and tips so you can have more tools to manage wellbeing.
State of the Heart: We’re Facing a Global Human Energy Crisis
New analysis from the world’s largest study of emotional intelligence on the social and emotional aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Getting Off the Trouble Train
“Have you ever found yourself in the middle a situation and you know it will to turn into a big mess? You can feel it slipping out of control… and yet you keep going. It’s as if you’re being pushed along this track; you know it’s going to lead to trouble, but it seems like there’s no choice.”
Pursue Noble Goals in the Six Seconds Model of EQ
To pursue noble goals is to bring purpose into every day actions. It’s not something to work toward in the future, it’s a future to bring into the present.
Decoding Emotions
Smarter About Feelings: Part Two . Part One introduced the idea of becoming smarter about feelings -- and how that can help you (kids) get more of what you want... and less of what you don't want! In that article I promised that I'd also write more about emotions and...
Smarter About Feelings
When I was a kid, no one taught me about emotions. They’re so powerful! And such a big part of our lives… here are the most important ideas every kid (and adult) needs to know about feelings.