Biography
Laura Lewis-Barr, M.A, 6SecCert., DDI Cert. is a former musical comedy actress, award-winning playwright, trainer, and corporate consultant. Laura has been teaching and coaching adults for over 15 years. Laura began graduate...
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- 6 Seconds Emotional Intelligence Certified Trainer
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Emotional Literacy - Learning to be Smart with Feelings
Emotional Literacy - Learning to be Smart with Feelings. Are your emotions friend or foe? According to Time Magazine, "Emotional intelligence may be the best predictor of success in life." Many experts now feel that EI is a better predictor of achievement than IQ. Emotional Intelligence is a new field that utilizes brain research to confirm two vital ideas: emotions offer us a unique kind of knowledge AND we can learn to manage our emotions intelligently. We will explore: how emotions function and why they are so hard to manage. the purpose of emotions. the benefits of "emotional literacy" at work--recognizing the early stages of conflict, communicating more authentically, deepening our empathy and improving our decision-making.
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