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Welcome to Six Seconds. We’re a global nonprofit dedicated to practicing emotional intelligence. Want to join us?
Here’s a little background about our organization. Then, choose a way to get started!
Who We Are
A global nonprofit whose mission is growing the world’s emotional intelligence.
What We Created
A framework called the Six Seconds Model of Emotional Intelligence, backed by a suite of validated EQ assessments, to measure and improve these essential skills. To date, over 500,000 people worldwide have taken the Six Seconds Emotional Intelligence assessment™ and received actionable feedback to improve their life and relationships. And even more importantly, Six Seconds is a global community of people committed to creating a better world!
How You Can Participate
Our vision is 1 billion people practicing emotional intelligence by 2039, and there are countless ways to join. Download the free Practicing EQ eBook for some free insights on emotions, the Six Seconds Model, and easy activities to get started.
Plus, explore these free resources to get started:
→ What Is Emotional Intelligence?
→ The Six Seconds Model of Emotional Intelligence
→ Plutchik’s Wheel of Emotions: Explore the Feelings Wheel
→ Upcoming Free Webinars
Ready to dive in?
Join us for one of our award winning EQ certification programs. Here’s an overview of what we offer, or you can jump right in to Unlocking EQ, our introductory course on what emotional intelligence is and how to change your life with these skills.
What’s it like to be part of Six Seconds?
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