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Self-Motivation Drives Us to Achieve

The third skill of emotional intelligence (EQ) that Goleman suggests is that of self-motivation. This skill drives us to achieve beyond our own and everyone else’s expectations. Self-motivation consists of four competencies: achievement drive, commitment, initiative, and optimism. Those with leadership potential display self-motivation through a deep desire to achieve for the sake of achievement, not for some external factor such as a large salary or impressive title.

Can Humans Regrow New Brain Cells?

Whether or not your brain can form new neurons (the cells that form the wiring of the brain) has perplexed the neuroscience community for decades. If the brain can regenerate, this could have important implications in restoring brain health. However, the debate is quite contentious. Learn the competing viewpoints.

Self-Regulation can Free us from being Prisoners of our Feelings

The second skill of emotional intelligence (EQ) that Goleman suggests is that of self-regulation. Self-regulation can be understood as a psychological asset that enables individuals to manage feelings, thoughts, impulses, and behavior. Self-regulation consists of five competencies: self-control, trustworthiness, conscientiousness, adaptability, and innovativeness. People who have mastered their emotions are able to roll with the changes. Self-regulation would encourage people to take a more powerful role on their thoughts, emotions, and performances.

Learn the Types of Memory

Not all the memories are the same. The word memory can refer to remembering a phone number, the smell of a flower, or how to drive. Learn how these memories are different and where the brain regions involved in each type.

Use Self-Awareness to Achieve Greater Insight into Your Emotions

The first skill of emotional intelligence that Goleman suggests, and the most crucial, is that of self-awareness. This is the ability to recognize one’s feelings, to differentiate between them, to know what one is feeling and why, and to know what caused the feelings. Self-Awareness consists of three competencies: emotional awareness, self-assessment, and self-confidence. The hallmark of self-awareness is a self-deprecating sense of humor and the self-aware person will find their work energizing and fulfilling.