Recognize Patterns is one of the core competencies in the Six Seconds Model of Emotional Intelligence. It’s defined as the ability to identify and acknowledge frequently recurring reactions and behaviors.
“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.”
Read MoreRecognizing Patterns is one of the core competencies of “Know Yourself” in the Six Seconds Model. Explore what it means and how to use it.
Read MoreWhen coaching clients say, “I KNOW this, but I’m still having trouble changing…” Here’s what drives that system, and simply effective tools to get unstuck.
Read MoreEQ Coaches value all emotions as resources that provide insight and energy. But that doesn’t mean we “make” clients talk about feelings. In fact, often words get in the way of understanding emotions.
Read MoreAs emotional intelligence coaches, should we “work harder” — or will be more effective following the ‘lazy coaching’ trick?
Read MoreRecent research suggests those who act with some spontaneity have higher psychological wellbeing. Give your week a boost with this week’s Illuminate.
Read MorePerfectionism is the excessive fear of making mistakes. This week, I invite you to pay attention to how perfectionism, or the fear of making mistakes, shows up in your life.
Read MoreEveryone has their own pattern when it comes to relationships. ‘Attachment Styles’ have been studied in psychology for years, and its wisdom is now starting to find its way into everyday relationships. What’s your attachment style, and how can you best work with it?
Read MoreHow often do we wear masks? Do we actually spend most (or all) of our lives wearing a protective costume so that we can hide who we really are? Learn about your unique masks in this simple + meaningful activity.
Read MoreIt’s prickly, but it’s worth it. Learn more about your own limiting belief + tools for working through it, all thanks to the person who most annoys you. Take this moment to learn compassion- for yourself and for them.
Read MoreYour ‘Sandpaper Person’ illuminates your own personal beliefs + opportunities for growth. This articles breaks down how to identify + learn from the person who most challenges you.
Read MoreA guide to tempering it for better decision making. Dive into your own brain’s extreme preferences + explore some tools for teaching your brain that there is indeed a different way to look at things.
Read MoreWhat lessons can we learn from a pioneering company to build community and good business? Here are six insights from Patagonia’s journey to create alignment and commitment to a shared purpose.
Read MoreLearning your attachment style might completely change how you (and your partner) fight, play, and build a relationship.
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 MoreHow can we counter the shadow of perfectionism? Increasing self-compassion and empathy will free us to be our best.
Read MoreReading reactions to Sandy Hook, a common theme is blame, but is there an alternative? Looking at the neuroscience, it feels better to blame. When we blame, we know the answer, and that feeling of righteous wrath is actually a dopamine reward that our brain emits when we “know.” While this reaction cycle is wired into our brains, we do have a choice — three, in fact.
Read MoreFinding Peace Amidst Holiday Stress – Tips for an “Emotionally Intelligent” Holiday Paradoxically, holidays are extremely stressful. Given all the bad news we’re facing in the economy, this year may be especially challenging. There are so many expectations, so much to accomplish, and so many feelings all rolled together. Holidays are rituals and we […]
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