This archive report was first published on 15 December 2019.
On a Sunday evening in December 2019, a psychologist and consultant reflected on the importance of emotional intelligence in career and life.
According to Charles Darwin's early research, human emotions are expressed in similar ways, making it possible to read them through body language.
The Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT) assesses a person's ability to identify, use, and solve problems with emotions, as well as understand their causes and openness to emotions.
Research has shown that non-verbal communication accounts for more than 50% of all communication, highlighting the significance of body language in conveying emotions and intentions.
Effective communication, context, empathy, care, and influence are all critical qualities that can be developed by learning to read and express emotions through body language.
These skills are essential for success in various careers, including investigators, detectives, interviewers, immigration officers, and airport security personnel.
Moreover, being able to influence people requires a good understanding of body language and emotional intelligence.
The good news is that emotional intelligence, including emotional expression and response, can be learned by anyone at any age.
As a psychologist, coach, and organisational consultant, the writer emphasizes the importance of developing emotional intelligence and body language skills for personal and professional growth.
