Emotional intelligence (EI) was conceptualized in 1990 by 2 social psychologists. This relatively young concept refers to the ability to observe, understand and manage our own emotions, observe and understand the emotions of others, and ultimately be aware of how our emotions affect the people around us.

In practicing emotional intelligence, we can begin to see emotions as internal signals that help us make decisions. It's best to think of these signals as allies; or ´data´ about an event. And this data will be used to assist us in developing our EI.

Many experts now believe that a person’s emotional quotient (EQ) may be a more important factor than their IQ; as it is certainly a better predictor of success, quality of relationships, and overall happiness.

In this episode, I share the basics on what EI is, and how it can benefit you in your own life. 

In this episode, I provide a roadmap for your journey to self love. A methodology, if you will.

Often times, people embark on the self-love journey, unaware that for some things to "stick," you must go in a particular order. It's very difficult to end toxic relationships when you have very low self-esteem or sense of worth. It's a huge challenge to take on new risks when you lack confidence. It's an uphill battle to ask for what you need when you're not even sure you deserve it. And it's hard as hell to stop taking things personally when you constantly seek the validation of others to feel good about yourself.

You're probably drowning in a sea of information about self-love. You know you want it, and you're giving it your best shot, but you keep spinning your wheels. Chances are, it's because you haven't tackled some of the early work that is needed to successfully achieve this elusive "Self-Love" thing.

Allow me to guide you... In the right order! I'll explain why you might feel stuck. It's not your fault... And you can do this!

We spend so much time worrying about what others think of us. We feel pain or anger when someone uses the wrong words or says something that we perceive as hurtful.  

Why do we take other people's points of view so personally? Because we are afraid of not being accepted and being unworthy.

A few years ago, I read a book that was life-changing. This book is called The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. It was written about four principles by which the author believes we should all live. If we did so, we would have a much more fulfilling, happy, drama-free life. Not surprisingly, the second of the Four Agreements is "Don't Take Anything Personally." Per the author, "When we hear an opinions of others and believe it, we make it an agreement, and it becomes a part of our belief system."

If you have been told that you are "too sensitive," or are quick to feel hurt or anger toward others, listen up. Settle in for a chit chat with me, and let me be your humble guide on how to stop taking things personally using simple steps.

Confidence can push you forward, into success. And a lack of confidence can impede your ability to achieve it. It's something that gives you the resilience to cope with setbacks and failures (which everyone inevitably experiences at some point or another).

It can drive you to trying new things, which will ultimately allow you to see that mistakes lead to growth. It's kinda like being open and willing to fail sometimes, because you know that taking risks is taking a chance at success!

Join me in exploring the many ways you can begin building your confidence today.

I dedicate this podcast to anyone and everyone who suffers from low self-esteem and/or confidence.

Self esteem is defined as: confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect.

It is correlated with one's ability to achieve success, good relationships and overall satisfaction with life. It is also the building block for true self-confidence.

Join me in discussing the ups and downs of self-esteem. In this episode, I will share tips on how to build your self-esteem, using life-long techniques that can bring you a huge step closer to developing your emotional intelligence, while also kick-starting your journey in self-love.

How can you apply self-love to your current situation? Can it help you cope, or make the pain less intense? In this episode of Inner Fortitude, I answer a few questions real people have raised about self-love. I offer some practical insight on how you can cultivate self love while going through some challenging times or situations in your life. I will cover topics like:  

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Self-awareness is the ability to see yourself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection. In being self-aware, you are also able to recognize and understand your emotions and reactions. When you have a good understanding of who you are, and what makes you tick, you're empowered to make changes that increase your inner strength and continually improve areas of your life.

After all, how do you fix a problem you're not aware exists?

How do you improve relationships if you aren't even aware of how others perceive you?

How can you influence people if you aren't aware of how you are coming across?

Today, I share steps you can take today to begin developing a better understanding of the most important person in your life: You! 

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If you've ever wondered why men find it so hard to understand women or build strong relationships with them, this episode is for you. I've heard many times over the years that it is virtually impossible to understand humans of the female persuasion. I'm dedicating this show/podcast to addressing that from an emotional intelligence perspective.

Curious about developing your emotional intelligence? If you've ever been told you are "sensitive" or feel like sometimes your emotions get the best of you, this episode is for you. In this episode, I explain a few things you may not know about emotions, why they are important and how you can process them in an effective way. Most of us have the ability to regulate or manage our emotions, so tune in to learn how.