November 2, 2024 • 12 mins
50 Journal Prompts For Emotional Intelligence
Can journaling really transform your emotional intelligence? In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of self-awareness and emotional management through the powerful practice of journaling, drawing inspiration from the Lestallion blog post "50 Journal Prompts for Emotional Intelligence." We unpack the foundational role of self-awareness in emotional intelligence and explore specific journaling prompts that guide us in understanding and managing our emotions. Through real-life examples, such as reflecting on miscommunications and recurring emotional patterns, we underscore the importance of self-regulation and mindfulness. We also highlight empathy, stressing the significance of understanding others' perspectives and cultural differences.
As we continue our journey, we emphasize that developing emotional intelligence is an ongoing process requiring patience and consistent practice. We encourage you to celebrate your progress and keep exploring your emotional landscape. Tune in as we pose a thought-provoking question about managing emotions during overwhelming moments, inviting you to share your insights on social media. Wrapping up, we offer practical tools and techniques for handling intense emotions, providing rich material for further reflection and discussion. Listen in for a comprehensive guide on how journaling can accelerate your emotional intelligence growth. Happy journaling!
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Ever feel like you're navigating relationships and
well, your own emotions withouta GPS.
Today we're diving into theworld of emotional intelligence
and, trust me, it's a gamechanger.
We're taking a deep dive into arecent Lestallion blog post
called 50 Journal Prompts forEmotional Intelligence.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
It's fascinating how like these simple prompts can
unlock such profound insightsabout ourselves and you know how
we interact with the world.
Speaker 1 (00:28):
Right, and we're not just going to like list out
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:30):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:31):
We're going to unpack the why yeah?
And give you actionabletakeaways to actually boost your
emotional intelligence.
I like that.
Yeah, think of it like aworkshop.
Okay, for your mind.
Speaker 2 (00:40):
Love that.
Speaker 1 (00:40):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (00:41):
Now the Lestallion article breaks emotional
intelligence down into five keyareas, starting with
self-awareness.
Speaker 1 (00:48):
And they nail it right off the bat with this
quote Self-awareness is thefoundation of emotional
intelligence.
Understanding your emotions isthe first step towards managing
them effectively.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
It's true.
Speaker 1 (01:01):
So true.
Speaker 2 (01:02):
And the prompts in this section really make you
like.
Flex those self-awarenessmuscles like this one.
Think about a time you feltmisunderstood.
What could you have donedifferently to express yourself
better?
Speaker 1 (01:14):
Insecting that miscommunication.
That's where the magic happens.
Speaker 2 (01:23):
Right.
Speaker 1 (01:24):
It's like, instead of just feeling misunderstood, you
can pinpoint what went wrong,yeah, and how to avoid it next
time.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
It's about recognizing that communication
is a two-way street.
Often, miscommunication stemsnot from what we say, but how we
say it.
Reflecting on those moments,like digging into the nuances of
our tone, our delivery yes, itcan be incredibly illuminating.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
Yeah, and then there's this one which, oh my
gosh, it feels almost liketherapy.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
In a journal prompt, write about a recurring emotion
you experience.
How can you address the rootcause?
Speaker 2 (01:58):
Right, we all have those emotional patterns, those
triggers that just seem to setus off.
Speaker 1 (02:03):
Yeah, Journaling about them helps us, like
connect the dots.
Okay, I have to share one morethat really hit home for me.
Reflect on your emotionalreactions to daily stressors.
How can you develop healthierresponses?
Speaker 2 (02:20):
I mean, it's the little things right, like the
traffic jam that sends yourstress levels through the roof.
It's so true, and that's where,like building a toolbox of
self-regulation techniques,comes in.
Speaker 1 (02:27):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:27):
Things like mindfulness, deep breathing
exercises, even just taking amoment to reframe your thoughts.
Speaker 1 (02:33):
Yeah, it's those little moments when you catch
yourself reacting in a way youwish you hadn't Right.
Those are golden opportunitiesfor growth.
Yeah, it reminds me of this onetime I was having like the most
crazy, stressful day.
Oh no.
And I completely lost it oversomething totally ridiculous.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
It'll all been there.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
Right and afterward, like I just felt terrible.
Speaker 2 (02:55):
I bet.
Speaker 1 (02:55):
And it was a huge wake up call.
I was like I need to get a gripon like these knee jerk
reactions, especially to those,those everyday stressors.
Speaker 2 (03:04):
Totally, and that's the beauty of self-awareness.
It's the first step towardstaking control of our emotional
responses, instead of lettingthem control us.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
Okay, so we've dipped our toes into self-awareness,
but how does that connect tounderstanding the emotions of
others?
That's where empathy comes in,right.
Speaker 2 (03:21):
Absolutely, and the Lestallion article defines it
beautifully.
Empathy is about finding echoesof another person in yourself.
It bridges gaps and buildsdeeper connections.
Speaker 1 (03:32):
Finding echoes of another person in yourself.
I love that.
It's like you're trying to tuneinto their frequency,
understanding their world.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
And the prompts in this section really challenge us
to do exactly that, like thisone.
Think of a moment when someoneshared their emotions with you.
What could you have done toshow more empathy?
Speaker 1 (03:50):
It's so easy to get caught up in our own reactions,
but this prompt forces us tolike hit pause.
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:57):
And really consider what the other person is going
through.
Speaker 2 (03:59):
Sometimes showing empathy is less about saying the
right thing and more about justsimply being present, listening
without judgment, validatingtheir feelings, even if you
haven't experienced that exactsame situation.
Speaker 1 (04:13):
So true, ok.
This next prompt is a classicfor a reason.
Describe a situation where youhad to put yourself in someone
else's shoes.
How did it change yourperspective?
It's like that, saying likedon't judge someone until you've
walked a mile in theirmoccasins.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
It's about shifting perspectives, which can be
incredibly powerful for buildingempathy, compassion.
You know, when we step outsideof our own experiences and we
try to see the world throughsomeone else's eyes, it opens up
like a whole new level ofunderstanding.
Speaker 1 (04:43):
Absolutely.
And speaking of seeing thingsfrom different perspectives,
this last prompt from theempathy section really resonated
with me.
Consider how culturaldifferences can impact empathy.
How can you become moreempathetic towards people from
diverse backgrounds?
Speaker 2 (04:57):
That's such an important point what might be
considered a normal, evenhealthy, emotional response in
one culture?
Speaker 1 (05:04):
Right.
Speaker 2 (05:04):
Could be perceived completely differently in
another.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
It's about being sensitive to those nuances,
right Understanding that there'sno one size fits all approach
to empathy.
It's like that old sayingbefore you judge someone, walk a
mile in their shoes.
Except this time we're usingjournaling to really understand
those different perspectives.
But what happens when it's ourOWN emotions we're struggling
with?
Speaker 2 (05:26):
That's where self-regulation comes in.
It's the ability to, you know,manage our emotional responses,
especially in those challengingsituations.
Think of it as like having aninternal volume knob.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Oh, ok For your feelings.
Turning it down when things gettoo loud, I like that.
Speaker 2 (05:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
But how do we actually do that Like?
It feels like some days myemotions have other plans.
Speaker 2 (05:49):
You're right, it definitely takes practice.
Emotions have other plans.
You're right, it definitelytakes practice.
But the more we understand,like our triggers, and we
develop those healthy copingmechanisms, the better we become
at, you know, writing thoseemotional ways.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
OK.
Speaker 2 (06:00):
And that's where journaling can be incredibly
powerful.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
So it's like we're not just like passively feeling
our emotions you know, we'reactively engaging with them,
trying to understand them better.
Speaker 2 (06:11):
Exactly, and the prompts in the self-regulation
section of this Lestallionarticle they really dig into.
That.
One that I found particularlyinsightful was reflect on a time
you felt frustrated.
How did you handle it and whatcould you do differently.
Speaker 1 (06:24):
Oh, frustration is a big one for me.
Sometimes it feels like I'm onetraffic jam away from a total
meltdown.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
So how can like journaling about those moments
actually help?
It helps us identify thoseunhealthy patterns, those knee
jerk reactions that might feelgood in the moment but
ultimately don't serve us.
Maybe you tend to bottle upyour frustration.
Speaker 1 (06:46):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:47):
Which can lead to like resentment and even bigger
blow ups down the road, orperhaps you lash out, which can
you know, damage relationships.
Ouch yeah, oh yeah.
Which can lead to likeresentment and even bigger blow
ups down the road, or perhapsyou lash out, which can you know
damage relationships?
Speaker 1 (06:59):
Ouch yeah, Been on both sides of that Journaling
gives us a chance to like hitthe rewind button, to reflect on
those situations with a calmermind and explore those healthier
alternatives.
So, instead of just reacting,like in the heat of the moment
we're giving ourselves the spaceto actually choose a different
response.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
Exactly.
And as we practiceself-regulation, we start to
build resilience.
We're better equipped to handlethose inevitable curveballs
life throws our way.
Speaker 1 (07:25):
It's like we're leveling up our emotional
intelligence.
But speaking of challenges,what about those times when we
like hit a wall, you know, whenour motivation starts to dwindle
?
Speaker 2 (07:34):
That's where understanding the why behind our
goals becomes crucial, and theLestallion article had this like
really interesting prompt.
Think about a role model whoinspires you.
What qualities do they havethat motivate you?
Speaker 1 (07:47):
Ooh, I love that.
We all have those people weadmire, right, those who seem to
embody the qualities we aspireto.
But how does that tie intomotivation?
Speaker 2 (07:56):
Well, by reflecting on their traits, like their
resilience, their determination,their passion, we can gain
insights into what drives us too.
Often we find that our rolemodels faced, you know, similar
challenges, similar doubts, yetthey persevered right and that
can be incredibly empoweringit's like we're borrowing a bit
of their fire yeah to fuel ourown journey exactly, and it
(08:19):
reminds us that we're not alonein those moments of self-doubt
yeah everyone faces obstacles.
Speaker 1 (08:25):
It's how we respond to them that makes all the
difference so it's not justabout like admiring these role
models from afar.
It's about like extractingthose qualities that we admire
and like integrating them intoour own lives.
Speaker 2 (08:38):
Absolutely, because, ultimately, motivation is like a
muscle the more we flex it, thestronger it becomes, and having
those, you know, inspiring rolemodels, it can give us that
extra push when we need it most.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
So we've talked about self-awareness, empathy,
self-regulation and motivation.
It feels like we're building areally solid foundation for
emotional intelligence.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
We are, and now it's time to take all of those
internal insights and apply themto our interactions with others
, which brings us to socialskills.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
So this is where it all comes together.
We're taking all thatself-awareness, empathy and
self-regulation and we're usingit to build stronger, more
meaningful relationships.
Speaker 2 (09:17):
Precisely, Social skills are the outward
expression of emotionalintelligence.
It's about using all that we'velearned about ourselves and
others to navigate socialsituations with you know, grace
and authenticity.
Speaker 1 (09:29):
And of course, the Listallion article has some like
really great journaling promptsfor this too it does.
One that caught my eye wasreflect on a recent conversation
that went well.
What made it effective?
It's interesting because weoften like dwell on the
conversations that went wrong.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Right.
Speaker 1 (09:45):
But this flips the script.
Speaker 2 (09:47):
It does.
By analyzing our successes, wecan identify those communication
habits that contribute to thosepositive interactions.
Okay, Maybe it's your abilityto like listen actively, to ask
insightful questions or to offergenuine validation.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
Right.
Speaker 2 (10:02):
Whatever it is bringing those strengths to
light can help us replicate themin future conversations.
Speaker 1 (10:07):
It's like we're deconstructing what makes a
great conversation, figuring outthe magic formula so we can
have more of those positiveinteractions.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Exactly, and just like any skill, communication
improves with practice.
The more we flex those socialmuscles, the more natural it
becomes to navigate those trickyinterpersonal dynamics.
Speaker 1 (10:24):
This has been such an eye-opening deep dive.
It feels like we've covered somuch ground, from self-awareness
to empathy, self-regulation tomotivation and, finally, these
all-important social skills.
Speaker 2 (10:36):
It's like we've assembled a toolbox, each
element building upon the lastto create a more emotionally
intelligent version of ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:43):
I love that analogy, and you know what's great about
these journal prompts they'renot just one-time exercises.
We can revisit them again andagain, each time gaining new
layers of understanding as weevolve.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
That's the beauty of journaling, isn't it?
It's a dynamic process, aconversation with ourselves that
evolves over time, as we growand change.
So too do our insights.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
And I imagine that as we become more emotionally
intelligent, those positivechanges start to ripple out into
other areas of our lives.
Speaker 2 (11:11):
Absolutely.
Our relationships become morefulfilling, our communication
more effective.
We're better equipped to handlestress, set healthy boundaries
and navigate those inevitablechallenges that life throws our
way.
Speaker 1 (11:23):
It's like we're not just leveling up in one area of
life.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Right.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
We're leveling up across the board.
Speaker 2 (11:27):
That's a great way to put it, and the best part is
there's no finish line.
Emotional intelligence is ajourney, not a destination.
There's always room for growth,for deepening our understanding
of ourselves and others.
Speaker 1 (11:40):
So where do we go from here?
How do we take all of thisamazing information and put it
into practice?
Speaker 2 (11:45):
Well, I'd encourage you to check out those 50
journal prompts from theLestallion blog post.
See which ones resonate withyou the most, and don't be
afraid to really dig deep.
Be honest with yourself aboutyour strengths and weaknesses,
your emotional patterns andthose areas where you'd like to
grow.
Speaker 1 (12:00):
Because, ultimately, that's what this deep dive has
been all about Embracing thoseemotions, understanding their
power and learning how toharness them to create a more
fulfilling and authentic life.
Speaker 2 (12:11):
Beautifully said and remember emotional intelligence
is a skill and, like any skill,it takes practice.
Be patient with yourself,celebrate your progress and
never stop exploring thefascinating landscape of your
own emotions.
Speaker 1 (12:25):
I couldn't have said it better myself.
This has been an incredibleconversation and it's given us a
lot to reflect on and, on thatnote, we'll leave you with this
final thought-provoking question, something to ponder as you
continue on your journey towardgreater emotional intelligence.
We've talked aboutunderstanding our emotions and
others, but what about managingthose emotions in the heat of
(12:45):
the moment?
What are some tools ortechniques you can use when you
feel yourself gettingoverwhelmed?
We'd love to hear your thoughtson this, so feel free to share
your insights on our socialmedia channels.
Until next time, happyjournaling everyone.
Ever feel like you're navigating relationships and
well, your own emotions withouta GPS.
Today we're diving into theworld of emotional intelligence
and, trust me, it's a gamechanger.
We're taking a deep dive into arecent Lestallion blog post
called 50 Journal Prompts forEmotional Intelligence.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
It's fascinating how like these simple prompts can
unlock such profound insightsabout ourselves and you know how
we interact with the world.
Speaker 1 (00:28):
Right, and we're not just going to like list out
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:30):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:31):
We're going to unpack the why yeah?
And give you actionabletakeaways to actually boost your
emotional intelligence.
I like that.
Yeah, think of it like aworkshop.
Okay, for your mind.
Speaker 2 (00:40):
Love that.
Speaker 1 (00:40):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (00:41):
Now the Lestallion article breaks emotional
intelligence down into five keyareas, starting with
self-awareness.
Speaker 1 (00:48):
And they nail it right off the bat with this
quote Self-awareness is thefoundation of emotional
intelligence.
Understanding your emotions isthe first step towards managing
them effectively.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
It's true.
Speaker 1 (01:01):
So true.
Speaker 2 (01:02):
And the prompts in this section really make you
like.
Flex those self-awarenessmuscles like this one.
Think about a time you feltmisunderstood.
What could you have donedifferently to express yourself
better?
Speaker 1 (01:14):
Insecting that miscommunication.
That's where the magic happens.
Speaker 2 (01:23):
Right.
Speaker 1 (01:24):
It's like, instead of just feeling misunderstood, you
can pinpoint what went wrong,yeah, and how to avoid it next
time.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
It's about recognizing that communication
is a two-way street.
Often, miscommunication stemsnot from what we say, but how we
say it.
Reflecting on those moments,like digging into the nuances of
our tone, our delivery yes, itcan be incredibly illuminating.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
Yeah, and then there's this one which, oh my
gosh, it feels almost liketherapy.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
In a journal prompt, write about a recurring emotion
you experience.
How can you address the rootcause?
Speaker 2 (01:58):
Right, we all have those emotional patterns, those
triggers that just seem to setus off.
Speaker 1 (02:03):
Yeah, Journaling about them helps us, like
connect the dots.
Okay, I have to share one morethat really hit home for me.
Reflect on your emotionalreactions to daily stressors.
How can you develop healthierresponses?
Speaker 2 (02:20):
I mean, it's the little things right, like the
traffic jam that sends yourstress levels through the roof.
It's so true, and that's where,like building a toolbox of
self-regulation techniques,comes in.
Speaker 1 (02:27):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (02:27):
Things like mindfulness, deep breathing
exercises, even just taking amoment to reframe your thoughts.
Speaker 1 (02:33):
Yeah, it's those little moments when you catch
yourself reacting in a way youwish you hadn't Right.
Those are golden opportunitiesfor growth.
Yeah, it reminds me of this onetime I was having like the most
crazy, stressful day.
Oh no.
And I completely lost it oversomething totally ridiculous.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
It'll all been there.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
Right and afterward, like I just felt terrible.
Speaker 2 (02:55):
I bet.
Speaker 1 (02:55):
And it was a huge wake up call.
I was like I need to get a gripon like these knee jerk
reactions, especially to those,those everyday stressors.
Speaker 2 (03:04):
Totally, and that's the beauty of self-awareness.
It's the first step towardstaking control of our emotional
responses, instead of lettingthem control us.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
Okay, so we've dipped our toes into self-awareness,
but how does that connect tounderstanding the emotions of
others?
That's where empathy comes in,right.
Speaker 2 (03:21):
Absolutely, and the Lestallion article defines it
beautifully.
Empathy is about finding echoesof another person in yourself.
It bridges gaps and buildsdeeper connections.
Speaker 1 (03:32):
Finding echoes of another person in yourself.
I love that.
It's like you're trying to tuneinto their frequency,
understanding their world.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
And the prompts in this section really challenge us
to do exactly that, like thisone.
Think of a moment when someoneshared their emotions with you.
What could you have done toshow more empathy?
Speaker 1 (03:50):
It's so easy to get caught up in our own reactions,
but this prompt forces us tolike hit pause.
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:57):
And really consider what the other person is going
through.
Speaker 2 (03:59):
Sometimes showing empathy is less about saying the
right thing and more about justsimply being present, listening
without judgment, validatingtheir feelings, even if you
haven't experienced that exactsame situation.
Speaker 1 (04:13):
So true, ok.
This next prompt is a classicfor a reason.
Describe a situation where youhad to put yourself in someone
else's shoes.
How did it change yourperspective?
It's like that, saying likedon't judge someone until you've
walked a mile in theirmoccasins.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
It's about shifting perspectives, which can be
incredibly powerful for buildingempathy, compassion.
You know, when we step outsideof our own experiences and we
try to see the world throughsomeone else's eyes, it opens up
like a whole new level ofunderstanding.
Speaker 1 (04:43):
Absolutely.
And speaking of seeing thingsfrom different perspectives,
this last prompt from theempathy section really resonated
with me.
Consider how culturaldifferences can impact empathy.
How can you become moreempathetic towards people from
diverse backgrounds?
Speaker 2 (04:57):
That's such an important point what might be
considered a normal, evenhealthy, emotional response in
one culture?
Speaker 1 (05:04):
Right.
Speaker 2 (05:04):
Could be perceived completely differently in
another.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
It's about being sensitive to those nuances,
right Understanding that there'sno one size fits all approach
to empathy.
It's like that old sayingbefore you judge someone, walk a
mile in their shoes.
Except this time we're usingjournaling to really understand
those different perspectives.
But what happens when it's ourOWN emotions we're struggling
with?
Speaker 2 (05:26):
That's where self-regulation comes in.
It's the ability to, you know,manage our emotional responses,
especially in those challengingsituations.
Think of it as like having aninternal volume knob.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Oh, ok For your feelings.
Turning it down when things gettoo loud, I like that.
Speaker 2 (05:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
But how do we actually do that Like?
It feels like some days myemotions have other plans.
Speaker 2 (05:49):
You're right, it definitely takes practice.
Emotions have other plans.
You're right, it definitelytakes practice.
But the more we understand,like our triggers, and we
develop those healthy copingmechanisms, the better we become
at, you know, writing thoseemotional ways.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
OK.
Speaker 2 (06:00):
And that's where journaling can be incredibly
powerful.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
So it's like we're not just like passively feeling
our emotions you know, we'reactively engaging with them,
trying to understand them better.
Speaker 2 (06:11):
Exactly, and the prompts in the self-regulation
section of this Lestallionarticle they really dig into.
That.
One that I found particularlyinsightful was reflect on a time
you felt frustrated.
How did you handle it and whatcould you do differently.
Speaker 1 (06:24):
Oh, frustration is a big one for me.
Sometimes it feels like I'm onetraffic jam away from a total
meltdown.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
So how can like journaling about those moments
actually help?
It helps us identify thoseunhealthy patterns, those knee
jerk reactions that might feelgood in the moment but
ultimately don't serve us.
Maybe you tend to bottle upyour frustration.
Speaker 1 (06:46):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:47):
Which can lead to like resentment and even bigger
blow ups down the road, orperhaps you lash out, which can
you know, damage relationships.
Ouch yeah, oh yeah.
Which can lead to likeresentment and even bigger blow
ups down the road, or perhapsyou lash out, which can you know
damage relationships?
Speaker 1 (06:59):
Ouch yeah, Been on both sides of that Journaling
gives us a chance to like hitthe rewind button, to reflect on
those situations with a calmermind and explore those healthier
alternatives.
So, instead of just reacting,like in the heat of the moment
we're giving ourselves the spaceto actually choose a different
response.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
Exactly.
And as we practiceself-regulation, we start to
build resilience.
We're better equipped to handlethose inevitable curveballs
life throws our way.
Speaker 1 (07:25):
It's like we're leveling up our emotional
intelligence.
But speaking of challenges,what about those times when we
like hit a wall, you know, whenour motivation starts to dwindle
?
Speaker 2 (07:34):
That's where understanding the why behind our
goals becomes crucial, and theLestallion article had this like
really interesting prompt.
Think about a role model whoinspires you.
What qualities do they havethat motivate you?
Speaker 1 (07:47):
Ooh, I love that.
We all have those people weadmire, right, those who seem to
embody the qualities we aspireto.
But how does that tie intomotivation?
Speaker 2 (07:56):
Well, by reflecting on their traits, like their
resilience, their determination,their passion, we can gain
insights into what drives us too.
Often we find that our rolemodels faced, you know, similar
challenges, similar doubts, yetthey persevered right and that
can be incredibly empoweringit's like we're borrowing a bit
of their fire yeah to fuel ourown journey exactly, and it
(08:19):
reminds us that we're not alonein those moments of self-doubt
yeah everyone faces obstacles.
Speaker 1 (08:25):
It's how we respond to them that makes all the
difference so it's not justabout like admiring these role
models from afar.
It's about like extractingthose qualities that we admire
and like integrating them intoour own lives.
Speaker 2 (08:38):
Absolutely, because, ultimately, motivation is like a
muscle the more we flex it, thestronger it becomes, and having
those, you know, inspiring rolemodels, it can give us that
extra push when we need it most.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
So we've talked about self-awareness, empathy,
self-regulation and motivation.
It feels like we're building areally solid foundation for
emotional intelligence.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
We are, and now it's time to take all of those
internal insights and apply themto our interactions with others
, which brings us to socialskills.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
So this is where it all comes together.
We're taking all thatself-awareness, empathy and
self-regulation and we're usingit to build stronger, more
meaningful relationships.
Speaker 2 (09:17):
Precisely, Social skills are the outward
expression of emotionalintelligence.
It's about using all that we'velearned about ourselves and
others to navigate socialsituations with you know, grace
and authenticity.
Speaker 1 (09:29):
And of course, the Listallion article has some like
really great journaling promptsfor this too it does.
One that caught my eye wasreflect on a recent conversation
that went well.
What made it effective?
It's interesting because weoften like dwell on the
conversations that went wrong.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Right.
Speaker 1 (09:45):
But this flips the script.
Speaker 2 (09:47):
It does.
By analyzing our successes, wecan identify those communication
habits that contribute to thosepositive interactions.
Okay, Maybe it's your abilityto like listen actively, to ask
insightful questions or to offergenuine validation.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
Right.
Speaker 2 (10:02):
Whatever it is bringing those strengths to
light can help us replicate themin future conversations.
Speaker 1 (10:07):
It's like we're deconstructing what makes a
great conversation, figuring outthe magic formula so we can
have more of those positiveinteractions.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Exactly, and just like any skill, communication
improves with practice.
The more we flex those socialmuscles, the more natural it
becomes to navigate those trickyinterpersonal dynamics.
Speaker 1 (10:24):
This has been such an eye-opening deep dive.
It feels like we've covered somuch ground, from self-awareness
to empathy, self-regulation tomotivation and, finally, these
all-important social skills.
Speaker 2 (10:36):
It's like we've assembled a toolbox, each
element building upon the lastto create a more emotionally
intelligent version of ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:43):
I love that analogy, and you know what's great about
these journal prompts they'renot just one-time exercises.
We can revisit them again andagain, each time gaining new
layers of understanding as weevolve.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
That's the beauty of journaling, isn't it?
It's a dynamic process, aconversation with ourselves that
evolves over time, as we growand change.
So too do our insights.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
And I imagine that as we become more emotionally
intelligent, those positivechanges start to ripple out into
other areas of our lives.
Speaker 2 (11:11):
Absolutely.
Our relationships become morefulfilling, our communication
more effective.
We're better equipped to handlestress, set healthy boundaries
and navigate those inevitablechallenges that life throws our
way.
Speaker 1 (11:23):
It's like we're not just leveling up in one area of
life.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Right.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
We're leveling up across the board.
Speaker 2 (11:27):
That's a great way to put it, and the best part is
there's no finish line.
Emotional intelligence is ajourney, not a destination.
There's always room for growth,for deepening our understanding
of ourselves and others.
Speaker 1 (11:40):
So where do we go from here?
How do we take all of thisamazing information and put it
into practice?
Speaker 2 (11:45):
Well, I'd encourage you to check out those 50
journal prompts from theLestallion blog post.
See which ones resonate withyou the most, and don't be
afraid to really dig deep.
Be honest with yourself aboutyour strengths and weaknesses,
your emotional patterns andthose areas where you'd like to
grow.
Speaker 1 (12:00):
Because, ultimately, that's what this deep dive has
been all about Embracing thoseemotions, understanding their
power and learning how toharness them to create a more
fulfilling and authentic life.
Speaker 2 (12:11):
Beautifully said and remember emotional intelligence
is a skill and, like any skill,it takes practice.
Be patient with yourself,celebrate your progress and
never stop exploring thefascinating landscape of your
own emotions.
Speaker 1 (12:25):
I couldn't have said it better myself.
This has been an incredibleconversation and it's given us a
lot to reflect on and, on thatnote, we'll leave you with this
final thought-provoking question, something to ponder as you
continue on your journey towardgreater emotional intelligence.
We've talked aboutunderstanding our emotions and
others, but what about managingthose emotions in the heat of
(12:45):
the moment?
What are some tools ortechniques you can use when you
feel yourself gettingoverwhelmed?
We'd love to hear your thoughtson this, so feel free to share
your insights on our socialmedia channels.
Until next time, happyjournaling everyone.
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