The Groundbreaking Bestseller that redefines Intelligence and Success.
Is IQ destiny? Not nearly as much as we think. Daniel Goleman argues that our view of human intelligence is far too narrow, and that our emotions play a far greater role in thought, decision-making and individual success than is commonly acknowledged.
This text argues that our view of human intelligence is far too narrow, ignoring a crucial range of abilities that matter immensely in terms of how we do in life. Drawing on brain and behavioural research, the author shows the factors at work when people of high IQ flounder and those of modest IQ do surprisingly well. These factors add up to a different way of succeeding in life - one the author terms "emotional intelligence".
Emotional Intelligence includes self-awareness and impulse control, persistence, zeal and motivation, empathy and social deftness. These are the qualities that mark people who excel: whose relationships flourish, who are stars in the workplace.
With revelatory insights into the brain architecture underlying emotion and rationality, Goleman shows precisely how emotional intelligence can be nurtured and strengthened in all of us. And because the emotional lessons a child learns actually sculpt the brain's circuitry, Goleman provides detailed guidance for parents and schools.
As Goleman demonstrates, the personal costs of deficits in emotional intelligence can range from problems in marriage and poor physical health in adults to eating disorders and depression in children.;But the news is hopeful. Emotional intelligence is not fixed at birth. Goleman's argument gives insights into the brain architecture underlying emotion and rationality. He shows how emotional intelligence can be nurtured
Aristotle's Challenge:- Anyone can become angry - that is easy. But to be angry with the right person to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way - this is not easy. - Aristotle, The Nicomachean Ethics.
CONTENTS:-
Aristotle's Challenge
PART ONE
THE EMOTIONAL BRAIN
01.What are Emotions for?
02.Anatomy of an Emotional Hijacking
PART TWO
THE NATURE OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
03.When Smart is Dumb
04.Know Thyself
05.Passion's Slaves
06.The Master Aptitude
07.The Roots of Empathy
08.The Social Arts
PART THREE
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE APPLIED
09.Intimate Enemies
10.Managing with Heart
11.Mind and Medicine
PART FOUR
WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY
12.The Family Crucible
13.Trauma and Emotional Relearning
14.Temperament is not Destiny
PART FIVE
EMOTIONAL LITERACY
15.The cost of Emotional Illiteracy
16.Schooling the Emotions
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: DANIEL GOLEMAN Ph.D., covers the behavioral and brain sciences for The New York Times and his articles appear throughout the World in syndication. He has taught at Harvard (where he received his Ph.D.) and was formerly senior editor at Psychology Today. His previous books include Vital Lies, Simple Truths; The Meditative Mind; and, as co-author, The Creative Spirit.
He co-founded the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning at the Yale University Child Studies Center (now at the University of Illinois at Chicago). He lives in Massachusetts.
Writes: General Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Business & Management, Business & Management - General, General Fiction
Author of : Emotional Intelligence, Daniel Goleman Bestsellers, A Force for Good, Focus, Destructive Emotions, Vital Lies, Simple Truths, Daniel Goleman Omnibus, Working with Emotional Intelligence
BOOK REVIEWS:
- A well-written and practical guide to the emotions. - Financial Times;
- An impressive argument that excellence is more than IQ. - Daily Mail;
- A thoughtfully written, persuasive account explaining emotional intelligence and why it can be crucial to your career. - USA Today.
- Forget IQ. Brains may come in useful, as may social class and luck, but as a predictor of who will succeed in any area of life, EQ is the thing to worry about. - Good Housekeeping.