Reflective Writing Based on Emotional Intelligence Result

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Reflective writing based on emotional intelligence result
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1Reflective writing based on emotional intelligence result
To what extent do you agree with the results of the self-assessment?
Emotional intelligence refers to the ability of an individual of recognizing and realizing
his or her own emotions (Mayer, 1997). In addition it also refers to the successful management
of the emotions according to different circumstances (Goleman, Boyatzis & McKee, 2002).
Therefore, the assessment on emotional intelligence helped me to understand my strengths in
terms of emotional intelligence. The result of the test shows my assumption of myself is similar
with the test result. The result further proves that I took the test honestly. All the four areas of
emotional intelligence inclusive of self awareness, self management, social awareness and
relationship management scored high which I have been previously aware of. I agree with the
score of self awareness as I also believe that I have a good hold over my emotions and I manage
it successfully under any circumstances. Even in case of very difficult time I never lose
confidence rather I take challenge to overcome that without being emotional. I also agree with
the test result in terms of social awareness as I am empathetic to other people. In addition I
always give priority on social relationships. My past achievements suggest that I capable
persuade others which have also been revealed by the emotional intelligence assessment.
What have you learned about yourself from the results of this self-assessment?
The self assessment holds immense importance since it gives a strong support to my
assumption. Even though I have been confident on ability and skills, and the outcome of the
result, the assessment gave a deeper insight into that. I have learned that beside of possessing the
ability of recognizing my emotions, I also have the ability of criticizing my emotions as well. I
have gained a fair knowledge regarding the importance of emotional intelligence. I have learned