Offering practical insights for developing emotional intelligence, Psychologist Daniel Goleman and Raghu unpack skills like mindful self-awareness, self-management, and empathy.

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In this episode, Daniel and Raghu reflect on:

Daniel's first introduction to the concept of emotional intelligence and its lifelong impact
4 core elements of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, emotional management, empathy/social awareness, using empathy to have effective relationships
The ability to learn emotional intelligence and improve throughout life
Investigating whether artificial intelligence (AI) can feel emotions & empathy or if it merely replicates humans
Why reading social cues is essential for emotional effectiveness and healthy interpersonal relationships
Reflecting on the teachings and stories of K.K. Sah as practical examples of emotional intelligence in action
Highlighting the Dalai Lama's role as a global symbol of compassion, empathy, and altruism
Bringing in mindfulness to change our emotional patterns
The importance of developing an inner-awareness of our emotions
How self-awareness and emotional intelligence can positively impact a workplace
Maintaining a positive outlook despite life’s numerous challenges

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Recommendations from this Episode:

Grab yourself a copy of Daniel Goleman and Tsoknyi Rinpoche’s book, Why We Meditate.

Learn how the mind can heal the heart with the book Emotional Alchemy by Tara Bennett-Goleman.

Consider creating an emotionally intelligent team with this book by Vanessa Urch Druskat.

About Daniel Goleman: Daniel is an internationally known psychologist and author. His New York Times bestselling book, Emotional Intelligence, was named one of the 25 “Most Influential Business Management Books” by TIME Magazine. Daniel is also a board member of the Mind & Life Institute, an organization that fosters dialogues and research collaborations among contemplative practitioners and scientists. Daniel has organized a series of intensive conversations between the Dalai Lama and scientists, and further merged Dharma and science, coauthoring Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body. Learn more about Daniel’s work at danielgoleman.info

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“The good news about emotional intelligence, unlike IQ, is that you can learn it. It's learnable at any point in life. You can always improve. Your IQ pretty much stays the same throughout life, emotional intelligence can get better and better, if you care, if you want.” – Daniel Goleman

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