7 Traits of People With High Emotional Intelligence
And 3 of their vices
Your EQ, or emotional intelligence quotient, measures how well you can parse emotions, both in yourself and in others. It quantifies your ability to “understand other people, what motivates them and how to work cooperatively with them.”
For the most part, high-EQ people are seen as charismatic and approachable. They have high rates of success at work and in relationships. They also tend to be happier than their lower-EQ peers.
But it’s not all about charm and friendliness. Let’s take a look at some of the personality traits — both positive and negative — that come with emotional intelligence.
The Upsides of Being Emotionally Intelligent
Here are some of the reasons why high-EQ people are so likable. You’ll notice that these are all characteristics you can work on. While your EQ is partly determined by your genes and the way you were raised, you can always improve it and obtain the character traits associated with it.
1. Curiosity
Having a high EQ means more than just the ability to understand other people. It also refers to your willingness to spend time thinking and asking questions about them.
