Emotional Intelligence Blog

Emotional Intelligence Quote
“Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere.”
- Erma Bombeck

Tip/Reminder
Worry, worry, worry. What a waste of time and energy. Be aware of whenever you are feeling that emotion and then decide if it would be better for you to stay there or transform into more positive emotions and behaviors.

What Am I Feeling Right Now?

Emotional Intelligence Quote
“We tend to forget that happiness doesn’t come as a result of getting something we don’t have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.”
- Frederick Keonig

Tip/Reminder
Who and what do you have in your work and family life that you appreciate?  Every day this week spend 10 minutes feeling sincere appreciation for all of them by using the Heart Lock-In® technique.

Shift, Feel Appreciation, Send Appreciation

Heart Lock-In is a registered trademark of the Institute of HeartMath.

Emotional Intelligence Quote
“Life is change. Growth is optional. Choose wisely… ”
- Karen Kaiser Clark

Tip/Reminder
If you are feeling uncomfortable, anxious, or worried about a change, the power to choose different emotions that will enable you to grow is at your fingertips – use the Freeze-Frame® technique as often as you need.

Time Out, Shift, Activate, Ask, Listen

Freeze-Frame is a registered trademark of the Institute of HeartMath.

Emotional Intelligence Quote
“Generosity lies less in giving much than in giving at the right moment.”
- Jean De La Bruyere

Tip/Reminder
Valentines Day is around the corner.  How many people should you express appreciation to this week?  What will they feel when you do?  What will YOU feel when you do?

Specific What, Specific Why

Emotional Intelligence Quote
“Life is a book and you are its author.  You determine its plot and pace and you — only you — turn its pages.”
- Beth Mende Conny

Tip/Reminder
If you don’t like how you are feeling in your life, use that knowledge to ask yourself, “What Am I Feeling Right Now?”  Pull out the Emotional Self-Awareness pocket card you received and put it on your desk.

What Am I Feeling Right Now?