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Emotional Intelligence and What It Adds To Your Dating Life

  • August 29, 2017
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  • Naomi Shaw
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Emotional intelligence, also known as EI, may be one of the essential factors for success in modern dating. From meeting a potential partner through a friend, at an event, or on a dating app, emotional intelligence can play a big role in how the relationship may continue to develop. Emotional intelligence, or the ability to better recognize your own emotions as well as others around you, is an important social skill that may add to the success of the long term relationship you’re looking for.

Here are some of the top reasons why emotional intelligence may be just what you need to enhance your dating life.

SELF REGULATION

There are many positive benefits of emotional intelligence, one of which is self-regulation. The ability to control your own behaviors and reactions, despite your emotions, is a trait expressed by those with high EI. People who are in tune with their emotions, understand how to manage them for improved relationships. For instance, let’s say a person is having a bad day. An emotionally intelligent person will recognize the precise reasons why they may be feeling down and address them internally without taking their emotions out on their partner.

Instead of “getting in a mood,” try getting to the root of why you may be feeling the way you are. Communicate your feelings to your partner in a calm manner, so they have a better idea of what you may be going through at that given moment.

AVOID TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS

According to Psychology Today, people with high EI, have a better understanding of reading people’s feelings and why they may be feeling that particular way. Poor communication, negative reactive behaviors, and a general reluctance to understand what the other person is feeling, are a few signs of someone with a lower emotional awareness. Such negative behaviors may turn a potential partner off, forcing them to seek love elsewhere. Those with high EI are usually quicker to spot these signs and will make the most informed decision regarding how to address the other person’s feelings.

If you notice your partner isn’t communicating effectively, it’s best to address them calmly and simply ask them “I noticed you seem a little down, is everything okay?”. If they aren’t ready to talk, you have done your due diligence by asking and can give them their space until they are ready to open up. Let them know you are there for them when they feel ready to talk.

 SELF-CONFIDENCE 

Confidence is sexy. High self-confidence has also been considered to be another trait of people with a high emotional intelligence. Healthy levels of self-esteem may be indicative of someone who has a heightened sense of self-awareness. Emotional intelligence helps a person to express the truest version of themselves, accepting their positive traits while also recognizing their own personal flaws which is crucial for success in relationships whether they be personal or professional.

If you want to learn more about EI and improve upon your emotional intelligence, you can read all about it here!

 

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Naomi Shaw

Naomi Shaw is a full-time freelance writer who focuses on parenting, education, food, crafting and DIY, mompreneurship, writing, and anything wedding related. This working mom is married with three children living in sunny Southern California.

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