We have all been told the value “knowing yourself” or “walking a mile in his or her shoes” in order to know another. These phrases underlie the concept of emotional intelligence (as cited in Lopez, Pedrotti, & Snyder, 2015, pp. 162–168) and social intelligence from the VIA Survey and the Peterson and Seligman (2004) text.
•From the standpoint of well-being and living a flourishing life, why is it important for us to develop our emotional or social intelligence?
•Based on Salovey and Mayer’s Four-Branch Ability Model of Emotional Intelligence (as cited in Lopez, Pedrotti & Snyder, 2015, p. 164), which branch(es) do you feel strongest in ability, and why?
•How could focusing on developing your branches of emotional intelligence increase your well-being and flourishing in your life? Give examples.
Response Guidelines
Respond to the posts of at least two other learners. Responses should be thoughtful, respectful, and move the discussion forward by asking questions or offering different perspectives. Incorporate course resources into your discussion as appropriate.
References
Lopez, S. J., Pedrotti, J. T., & Snyder, C. R. (2015). Positive psychology: The scientific and practical explorations of human strengths (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Peterson, C., & Seligman, M. E. P. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
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