Emotional intelligence is transformational — learn insights and strategies for using the power of EQ in your personal relationships and for yourself!
How emotional intelligence helped Eric Pennington transform corporate life setbacks into strengths – and find purpose in both work and life.
Read MorePamela Barker’s journey began with healing bodies, but it was her discovery of emotional intelligence that unlocked her true purpose: helping others achieve overall well-being and healthy connections. From her days as a physical therapist to becoming a passionate EQ coach, Pamela’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and the power of connection. Her experience shows that real change starts from within.
Read MoreEmotional intelligence is more than just a buzzword—it’s a transformative tool that can reshape how we navigate challenges, build relationships, and thrive in demanding environments. Discover how Sara Canna brought EQ to the World Health Organization, empowering employees to manage change, stress, and personal growth.
Read MoreElise Jones transformed her career by embracing emotional intelligence, shifting from a corporate consultant to a passionate EQ Coach. Through authentic connections, she found deeper fulfilment, proving that strong relationships are key to a happier, more meaningful life.
Read MoreDaily journaling to reframe unpleasant events can significantly reduce depressive symptoms, lessen stress, and increase life satisfaction.
Read MoreWhen you feel stuck and can’t see a way out, how do you navigate change? Certified Coach and leadership expert Amy Jimison shares her approach.
Read MoreImagine a coaching client struggling with identity, belonging and diversity. How can you use emotional intelligence to help them build trust and overcome self-limiting beliefs to thrive?
Read MoreWhat are 6 life lessons you’ve learned? Dr. Anabel Jensen, SEL pioneer and Six Seconds President, explores this important question with her 16-year-old mentee.
Read MoreIn a profession where control and quick decisions can make the difference in critical situations, Jeremy Jensen, Chief of Police in Dubuque, Iowa, is leading a quiet revolution. By introducing emotional intelligence into the heart of policing, he’s proving that compassion, self-awareness, and emotional regulation are just as critical as authority. This is the story of how EQ is changing the face of law enforcement, one conversation at a time.
Read MoreAfter three decades of success in both the medical and corporate worlds, Dr. Huong Nguyen found herself feeling overwhelmed and unfulfilled, despite her achievements. Realizing something deeper was missing, she turned to emotional intelligence—not just to improve her own life, but to help others unlock their full potential and find balance between success and well-being.
Read MoreWhen Jacqui Butler and Svetlana Suvorova bonded over their shared journeys of motherhood and burnout, they turned those challenges into a mission. Together, they created LeadEQ, helping women leaders embrace their true selves and thrive with emotional intelligence.
Read MoreToday we talk to Pamela Chng and Suyin Tay, two social entrepreneurs based in Singapore who run Bettr Coffee, and its nonprofit affiliate, Bettr Lives, a Six Seconds Preferred Partner.
Read MoreWhy do New Year’s resolutions nearly always fail? And what can we do to make them stick? Explore the neuroscience of change and motivation.
Read MoreThis month we’re sharing the story of Liliana Rodríguez, an emotional intelligence consultant and coach based in Monterrey, Mexico.
Read MoreIn this Emotional Insights for Leaders, we look at an emotion that typically blocks progress but can also spark progress: Apathy.
Read MoreIn this month’s Voices from the Network, we talk to Marcelo Alvisi De Paula, a senior business leader who teaches emotional intelligence.
Read MoreIn this installment of the Emotional Insights for Leaders, we look at a valuable emotion that we often prefer to avoid: Frustration.
Read MoreData from the world’s largest study of emotional intelligence reveals a widespread human energy crisis, fueled by years of stress and uncertainty.
Read MoreIn this month’s Voices from the Network newsletter we highlight Jessica Nelson, a passionate EQ Educator in Australia.
Read MoreConnecting with purpose fuels Anke. Helping others clarify purpose deeply aligns with her Noble Goal of inspiring people to connect and collaborate to reach their full potential. She explains “using EQ we are helping people to connect with themselves, which is EQ’s biggest power: the change you can bring in this world.”
Read More“Have you ever found yourself in the middle a situation and you know it will to turn into a big mess? You can feel it slipping out of control… and yet you keep going. It’s as if you’re being pushed along this track; you know it’s going to lead to trouble, but it seems like there’s no choice.”
Read MoreTo pursue noble goals is to bring purpose into every day actions. It’s not something to work toward in the future, it’s a future to bring into the present.
Read MoreSmarter About Feelings: Part Two . Part One introduced the idea of becoming smarter about feelings — and how that can help you (kids) get more of what you want… and less of what you don’t want! In that article I promised that I’d also write more about emotions and the meaning behind our feelings. […]
Read MoreWhat is empathy, and how do we increase it? Articles, videos, quotes and resources to put empathy into action!
Read MoreIn this month’s Voices from the Network newsletter, we highlight Samina Uddin, a certified emotional intelligence coach.
Read MoreEmotional literacy helps you notice, name, and understand feelings. This provides critical information about you (and about others), which gives you insight into the core drivers of behavior. This understanding is also key to managing your reactions.
Read MoreWe had a chance to chat with Cynthia Kitagawa recently to learn more about her journey as a coach in the Six Seconds Network. Growth is a priority for Cynthia.
Read MoreAre you fighting against your own feelings? There’s a better way to handle emotions to support wellbeing — 12 easy ways to practice emotional intelligence
Read MoreWe sat down recently with Dr. Jordan to talk about his journey to develop empathy – getting certified with Six Seconds, and growing a path to a new business career using EQ. Learn more about Six Seconds model of empathy
Read MoreEmpathy is crucial to developing healthy relationships with yourself and others. These 5 questions can help you take your empathy to the next level.
Read MoreWhat makes motivation… motivating? Three powerful questions, a free worksheet, and powerful ways to strengthen energy from within (which we all need, especially when work/life feels challenging)
Read MoreGot emotions? Everyone needs these 7 amazing facts about emotions and why we have them.
Read MoreThe neuroscience is fascinating, emotions are immediate biological signals, feelings come later, and moods build up over time.
Read MoreSometimes if feels impossible to be kind and loving. When you’re struggling to access that loving place inside of you, give these expert tips for how to be kind a try.
Read MoreWhen people face emotional challenges, it’s… well… emotional. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by big feelings of fear & distress, and while sometimes psychological help is needed, most of the time some basic EQ coaching techniques make a big difference. Here’s how.
Read MoreHere’s why we make the boss, a colleague, a customer, spouses and lovers, and even our children into enemies — and a better way. It starts with our brains, and being addicted to the pleasure of righteousness.
Read MoreMake sense of emotions with this interactive feelings wheel. Robert Plutchik’s wheel of emotions explained – guide & free download
Read MoreAre the generations really that different? New data from the world’s largest study of emotional intelligence says yes… in concerning ways
Read MoreSelf-help can be a force for good, but there are pitfalls. Here are 3 questions to ask yourself to get the most out of self-help.
Read MoreFacing vast challenges, it’s easy to lose optimism. Yet new research says it’s the key to change. How do we renew this resource? The combination of emotional intelligence and Emergent Strategy offers a path
Read More