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Emotional IQ Test - Abridged

In the late 1990's, emotional intelligence (EIQ) was one of the hottest buzz-phrases in
contemporary psychology. In the business world, it became a hot topic, largely due to
one author's claim that a high EIQ was one of the best predictors of success in the
workplace. In his 1995 book, Emotional Intelligence, Why it Can Matter More than IQ,
author Daniel Goleman used an early definition by researcher Peter Salovey which
stated that the construct of EIQ includes knowing one's emotions, emotional self-
control, motivation and persistence, recognizing emotions of others, and successfully
handling relationships. Goleman made some very strong statements in his book,
including the suggestion that EIQ is one of the main keys to success in life. He implied
that emotional intelligence is at the root of many of life's puzzles. Why are some smart
people unsuccessful? Why do certain individuals strike out at others in a violent
manner? Why do some excel at managing people while others struggle? He hinted
that EIQ was an answer to all these, and many others, of life's questions.

Since the birth of the concept in a 1985 thesis by Wayne Leon Payne, researchers
have been working to discover what factors play a part in emotional intelligence. Many
conceptions of emotional intelligence are divided into two main parts; aspects related
to understanding and dealing with one's own emotions, and those related to
understanding the emotions of others and handling social interactions. For many
prominent EIQ researchers, including most notably Goleman and Reuven Bar-on, the
construct also includes broader traits such as motivation, interpersonal and other
personal attributes (this is often called a mixed model). For others, including Peter
Salovey and John Meyer and their colleagues, the latest models of EIQ are strictly
related to the test-taker's abilities in this area (often called an ability model). Like the
classical notion of intelligence, they feel that emotional intelligence is a cognitive ability
that can be accurately and concretely defined and measured.

Overall results
75

Your Emotional IQ is good - higher than average in fact. This means that, in general,
you are able to express your feelings clearly in appropriate situations. You are
optimistic and positive, and adapt well to altering circumstances. You are
comfortable with yourself, and you know and appreciate your talents and strong
points as well as your weaknesses. You are able to motivate yourself, and find the
energy and the strength necessary to complete what you need to do to reach your
goals. You are one of the resilient people who bounce back after major drawbacks,
survive hardship without bitterness, and still manage to empathize with others.
These skills will certainly bring you long-term benefits such as stronger
relationships, better health and personal happiness.

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The test you just took is also available in an in-depth, extended version. You'll
receive the following personalized info:
Introduction
Overall Score
Scales:
Emotional Competencies: Includes Ability to Identify Emotions in Self, Comfort
with Emotional Expression, Comfort with Emotional Situations or People, Emotional
Reflection, Emotional Regulation, and Emotional Integration.
Social Competencies: Includes Adaptable Social Skills, Social Insight, Conflict-
Resolution Knowledge, Conflict-Resolution Behavior, Empathy, Ability to Read Body
Language, and Flexibility.
Drive: Includes Goal-Setting, Striving, Self-Motivation, and Self-Awareness.
Stress Management: Includes Coping Skills, Emotional Selectivity (Magnitude),
Emotional Selectivity (Precision), Resilience, Adaptability, Contentment, Positive
Mindset, Extreme Rumination, and Values Congruence.
Self-Regard: Includes Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Assertiveness, Self-Efficacy,
and Need for Approval.
Advice: Tips to improve the different aspects of EIQ.

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