Another way of thinking about emotional intelligence is the Six Seconds model:

  1. Know Yourself (Awareness)
  • Increasing self-awareness and recognizing patterns and feelings let you understand what makes you tick and is the first step to growth.

      2. Choose Yourself (Intentionality)

  • Building self-management and self-direction allows you to consciously choose your thoughts, feelings, and actions (vs. reacting unconsciously).

     3. Give Yourself (Purpose)

  • Aligning your daily choices with your larger sense of purpose unlocks your full power and potential. It comes from using empathy and principled decision-making to increase wisdom.