Much has been said and lauded about IQ (intelligence quotient). It has been the standard by which society measures raw intelligence and a metric used to determine future success. But what if the metric is flawed? What if the metric is only half of the picture of success? … [Read more...] about Self Disicpline is a Better Indicator of Success than IQ
Emotion Management
Mental Toughness is a Habit and a Skill
I used to think that mental toughness is an innate ability, or something that is forged entirely through childhood. But I found out that it is not the case. Rather, mental toughness is a skill. Just like any other skill, it can be learned. And to become competent at any … [Read more...] about Mental Toughness is a Habit and a Skill
The Connection Between Stress and Learned Helplessness
I previously talked about how some stress is good for learning as it can keep you on top of your game. But what happens when we are too stressed, or feeling stressed for too long? Although a little stress in doses is good for performance, too much stress can be detrimental to … [Read more...] about The Connection Between Stress and Learned Helplessness
High Emotional Intelligence Linked with Better Decision-making Abilities
I think society has placed too much emphasis on IQ. Educators use it as an indicator of future success and we as a general populous often associate a high IQ with high intelligence and future success. But having a high IQ doesn't always mean that you make the best decisions … [Read more...] about High Emotional Intelligence Linked with Better Decision-making Abilities
What It Takes to be a Hostage Negotiator
Hostage negotiation has always intrigued me. The emotional balance and quick thinking of a negotiator to be able to get a criminal to surrender peaceful is incredible. The book, The Art of Doing, interviewed famed FBI hostage negotiator Gary Noesner to see what it takes to be a … [Read more...] about What It Takes to be a Hostage Negotiator