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Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ | 
 enlarge | Creator: Daniel Goleman
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 593517
Format: Abridged, Audiobook, Cd
Media: Audio CD
Edition: Abridged
Number Of Items: 3
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Dimensions (in): 5.7 x 5 x 1
ISBN: 1559276428
Dewey Decimal Number: 158
EAN: 9781559276429
ASIN: 1559276428
Publication Date: February 10, 2001
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The Western cultures esteem analytical skills measured by IQ tests: but there is clearly more to success and happiness, even in technological societies, than IQ alone. Goleman has written one of the best books on the nature and importance of other kinds of intelligence besides our perhaps overly beloved IQ. Recommended.
Product Description
Is IQ destiny? Not nearly as much as we think. This fascinating and persuasive program 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 groundbreaking brain and behavioral research, Daniel Goleman shows the factors at work when people of high IQ flounder and those of modest IQ do well. These factors add up to a different way of being smart -- one he terms "emotional intelligence." This includes self-awareness and impulse control, persistence, zeal and self-motivation, empathy and social deftness.
These are the qualities that mark people who excel in life, whose relationships flourish, who are stars in the workplace. Lack of emotional intelligence can sabotage the intellect and ruin careers. Perhaps the greatest toll is on children, for whom risks include depression, eating disorders, unwanted pregnancies, aggressiveness and crime.
But the news is hopeful. Emotional intelligence is not fixed at birth, and the author shows how its vital qualities can be nurtured and strengthened in all of us. And because the emotional lessons a child learns actually sculpt the brain's circuitry, he provides guidance as to how parents and schools can best use this window of opportunity in childhood. The message of this eye-opening program is one we must take to heart: the true "bell curve" for a democracy must measure emotional intelligence.
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A important, alternative view of intelligence and what it means to succeed November 30, 2008
We like to think that intelligence lies in logical thought; that the measurement of intelligence in IQ tests, GPAs, or by SAT scores is a reflection of how successful a person will be in life. However, many examples exist of those with steller achievement test scores or very high IQs failing to succeed in life. Daniel Goleman addresses this phenomemon in this book, and proposes that another kind of intelligence is more reflective of life success. Goleman states that factors such as self motivation, self control, and persistence have a significant influence on determining success and happines. Goleman terms these factors "emotional intelligence", and believes that mastering these factors is critical to success in marriage, family, school, and the workplace. By the same token, the mismanagement of the factors of emotional intelligence is at the core of much of human misery. Uncontrolled anger, anxiety, and depression have significant and severe impacts on day-to-day life. Goleman purports that one of the keys to counteracting the damaging effects of out-of-control emotions are exercises that strenghten emotional intelligence.
Goleman's book is a facinating read. He uses dramatic, concise examples to illustrate the critical aspects of emotional intelligence, and makes a case for including emotional intelligence in the core curriculum of public schools. This book represents the cusp of a much needed change in public education. The book's only weakness is a lack of a concrete plan or series of steps that can be used to bolster emotional intelligence. Other than that, it is an enlightening and engaging read.
 Great concept, not my style November 27, 2008
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It's on track, just not for me November 27, 2008
This book is timeless and I agree with most of it. It's just not my exact taste. I do love and agree completely with the premise however. You may also like this one, Tao Cycle Therapy: Natural Happiness via Self Directed Cure for Chronic Anxiety & Depression [Updated 2008 3nd Edition]
I didn't love it, but it is what it says it is. November 27, 2008
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 Why Don't They Teach This Stuff in School? November 17, 2008
If you happened to be raised in an especially well-adjusted home, you may already understand this stuff in a way that a lot of other people don't.
But how many people were raised this beautifully? The nuclear family is no longer a "given". I mentored challenged youth for five years in Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and many of today's children are in no position to understand emotional intelligence on the basis of what is going on at home.
I am the first one to agree that it SHOULD be the parents' responsibility to appropriately raise their children. However, reality is that there are a lot of challenged parents that are in return raising challenged youth, and this cycle generally goes on and on.
The schools would be doing themselves a huge favor if they presented this type of material in an age-appropriate manner.
This book makes a key point that is salient for people of all ages: venting is NOT cathartic. Instead of getting things out of your system, venting perpetuates the subject matter and breathes new life and fire into it, rather like a bellows bringing embers to flame. It is far better to let this type of ember die out than it is to renew its vitality.
Although this book can be rather "textbooky" (on the dry side) it is worth your while to digest it for your own sake, as well as for the benefit of any children that you may be influencing.
Thank you Mr. Goleman for giving this subject matter the analysis and attention it deserves.
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