What is Emotional Intelligence?

We will be at Southeast Regional Library in Study Room F!!!

About the Group:

This is a friendly Socratic Café where we explore big ideas through open conversation. No philosophy background is needed, just curiosity, respect, and a willingness to share and listen.

### Discussion Questions:

1. How do you personally define emotional intelligence?
2. Do you think emotional intelligence matters more than IQ in today’s world? Why or why not?
3. What role does emotional intelligence play in conflict resolution?
4. Can emotional intelligence be taught, or is it mostly innate?
5. How does emotional intelligence affect leadership and decision-making?
6. In what ways can a lack of emotional intelligence harm relationships?
7. How does culture influence how emotions are understood and expressed?
8. Is it possible to be too emotionally intelligent—overly aware of others’ feelings to your own detriment?
9. How does emotional intelligence intersect with empathy? Are they the same thing?
10. Can emotional intelligence help reduce stress and anxiety? How?
11. How can we recognize emotional intelligence in ourselves or others?
12. Does social media help us develop emotional intelligence—or does it erode it?
13. Should schools or workplaces actively teach emotional intelligence?
14. Is emotional intelligence necessary for moral decision-making?
15. When have you seen emotional intelligence (or the lack of it) make a real difference in your own life?