How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence & Never Get Angry or Bothered by Anyone

Are you going to keep being controlled by your emotions for the rest of your life?  The answer is no. Because today, Dr. Marc Brackett, PhD, the world’s leading expert on emotional intelligence, is here to tell you, “Success in virtually every aspect of life – career, friendship, love, and family – is determined mainly by one thing: how we deal with emotions.” Because your emotions are running your life – and you don’t even realize it. Dr. Brackett is the Founder & Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, whose research proves that your life is being shaped by the one skill that 90% of people were never taught: emotional intelligence. Today, Dr. Brackett will give you his research-backed framework to master your emotions, redirect your energy for more positive thinking, and become more emotionally intelligent in 5 simple steps. In this episode you’ll learn: -How your emotions are hijacking your decisions, relationships, and goals -How to recognize what you’re feeling before it takes over -Why you suppress your emotions and what you should be doing instead -How to stop taking everything so personally -How emotional intelligence improves your relationships and your health -How to stop negative thoughts from taking over your life -How to get less angry and bothered by the people around you Dr. Brackett’s research is clear: You can learn emotional intelligence at any age. It’s never too late. After today you will know how to deal with what you feel and you will finally change your behavior, your relationships, and your entire life. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/ep... Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram:   / themelrobbinspodcast   I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 02:54 What Is Emotional Intelligence? How Emotions Control Your Thoughts, Feelings, and Behavior 04:27 How to Take Your Power Back - Learn to Control Your Emotions 07:23 5 Signs of an Emotionally Safe and Supportive Person 11:30 How to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence and Understand Your Feelings 21:55 The Science-Backed Way to Calm Your Nervous System 28:00 How to Stop Overreacting, Control Your Emotions, and Respond Calmly 43:39 How to Stop Taking Things Personally and Manage Emotional Triggers 52:32 The Best Science-Backed Emotional Regulation Techniques That Work 01:00:57 How Emotional Intelligence Improves Your Mental Health, Relationships, and Life — Follow Mel: Instagram:   / melrobbins   TikTok:   / melrobbins   Facebook:   / melrobbins   LinkedIn:   / melrobbins   Website: http://melrobbins.com​ — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins​?s... — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah