The Betari Box packs a punch. It appears simple on the surface but, on closer inspection, turns out to have real power and nuance. Managing interpersonal skills can be tricky at the best of times. Analysing and understanding complex human interactions can be confusing and frustrating. I have yet to encounter a model more useful … Continue reading Betari Box brilliance EI Tip 7
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New year resolutions – 5 sticky tips
It's new year resolutions time. The last three hundred and sixty-five days have passed in a blur. You hear yourself saying, "After one last drink and the fireworks, I'm off and running on my new mission. And I mean it this time!" The clock strikes twelve, people sing songs and kisses get kissed. You swear … Continue reading New year resolutions – 5 sticky tips
Work smart AND hard EI Tip 6
"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard." Tim Notke Work smart AND hard instead of work smart NOT hard. One small word change, using "and" rather than "not", makes a world of difference to your outcomes. The problem with the "Work smart NOT hard" approach There is nothing wrong with the phrase "work … Continue reading Work smart AND hard EI Tip 6
Get “Happy Places” EI Tip 5
Where are my “happy places?” I have many happy places. They are all very close to my heart and I use them often. I rely on them. They are my special collection of memories and projections. My happy places are positive memories of physical locations, people, experiences, and events. My happy places are sometimes projections … Continue reading Get “Happy Places” EI Tip 5
Monitor your emotions EI Tip 3
Why should you monitor your emotions? Emotions are a key part of your life. They can help you to understand yourself better, and they are also important for your understanding of other people. The human brain is a complex organ with many functions. It is the most important part of your body and without it, … Continue reading Monitor your emotions EI Tip 3
“Project You”
This extensive article is all about encouraging you to adopt a scientific approach to your self-confidence development with you (hence the term “Project You”) as the main object of your study, research, and experimentation. BTW - if you prefer an audio version of this to listen to, I have included one just for you at … Continue reading “Project You”
Total ownership is key
Taking total ownership turned my life around a few years ago – about twenty-one years ago to be precise – I am fifty-six at time of writing. BTW - if you prefer an audio version of this, I have included one just for you at the end of this article. I am in a constant … Continue reading Total ownership is key
Uncertain times and using EI
In any uncertain times there will be confusion and fear because humans feel scared and confused during such times. This is just a quick post to highlight the importance of using all your emotional intelligence knowledge and skills for the benefit of yourself and everyone around you. In unsettling and frightening times everyone will experience … Continue reading Uncertain times and using EI
Managing relationships & EI
Managing relationships with others is the fourth pillar of Emotional Intelligence or EI. Recall that emotional intelligence comprises four pillars: self-awareness, self-regulation, understanding others and managing relationships. You could check out my “Emotional Intelligence is vital” post for more insight. Do you really need other people? “No person is an island, entire of itself; every person is … Continue reading Managing relationships & EI
Understanding others & EI
Understanding others is the third pillar of emotional intelligence or EI. Recall that emotional intelligence comprises four pillars: self-awareness, self-regulation, understanding others and managing relationships. You could check out my “Emotional Intelligence is vital” post for more insight. But everyone else is just like me, aren’t they? We’re generally drawn to people who seem to … Continue reading Understanding others & EI