Of course it is and we all know it. But do we understand how important really understanding and being able to behave appropriately "in spite of it?
Some people spend year in therapy to determine the answers to the meaning of their lives. Others seem to be intuitively sensitive to themselves and aware. Still others never think about it and always wonder about how things always seem to go wrong!
Be candid and ask yourself, "which one am I?". Why not take some time to consider this and the implications on your personal life, your interpersonal life, your work environment and any other area of your life that communication is key!
Yes, it affects all areas of our lives. Try the attached Emotional Intelligence (EI) Quiz developed by the Hay Group.
Report back...how did you do, did you learn anything, will you put the results to work for you?