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by Daniel Goleman
This book just confirms that - intelligence, that is "book smarts", is just ONE piece of what contributes to a person's overall success in life- and in no way guarantees anything. You can be the smartest person in the world, but if you don't have other qualities like self-esteem or persistence- well, there's a good chance that you won't be happy. Case in point, there is no scientific literature linking IQ or academic ability to happiness levels. This book does a good job of elaborating on the idea that intelligence will only get you so far in life- and spends its time telling you why.
No matter how smart or talented one may be, if you haven't "Emotional Intelligence" you might be going around and around in circles in your life and career. After reading this book one can see themselves in a more brilliant and harmonious light. As much as we worship cognitive, it is our emotional E.Q. that is the rudder of the boat.
We are responsible for how we approach and respond to all situations, regardless. Just because a person is a jerk doesn't justify being a jerk to that person. Do not let the other person control your behavior.
If the idea of improving your life is to a look at the emotional side of things.
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