What's Your Emotional IQ?
Discover how well you understand and manage your emotions—and uncover simple ways to strengthen your emotional intelligence for better relationships and decisions.
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What's Your Emotional IQ?
Discover how well you understand and manage your emotions—and uncover simple ways to strengthen your emotional intelligence for better relationships and decisions.
How do you typically respond when you feel triggered, stressed, or emotionally activated?
I try to manage my reactions, but sometimes my emotions still get the best of me.
I stay grounded under pressure and respond intentionally, even in high-stress situations.
I tend to react first and deal with the fallout later.
I usually pause, breathe, and choose how I want to respond—even if it’s uncomfortable.
1 / 5
When something emotionally charged happens, how aware are you of what’s going on inside you in the moment?
I’m very aware of my emotions in real time and understand what they’re signaling almost immediately.
I often notice my emotions as they’re happening and can tell what’s driving them.
I usually feel overwhelmed or confused and only understand what I was feeling later—if at all.
I can usually name what I was feeling after the situation has passed, even if I didn’t catch it right away.
2 / 5
How do you approach personal growth when it comes to emotions and inner work?
I intentionally work on emotional growth through reflection, learning, or support.
Emotional growth is an ongoing practice for me—it’s part of how I live and lead.
I reflect on my emotions and patterns when something goes wrong.
I know it’s important, but I don’t consistently work on it.
3 / 5
When emotions run high in a situation, how do you usually make sense of what’s happening?
I see emotions as information and focus on how I want to show up, regardless of external factors.
I can see my role in it, but it still feels hard not to blame the situation sometimes.
It feels like other people or circumstances are causing my emotions.
I take responsibility for my emotional responses, even when someone else is involved.
4 / 5
How do you experience other people’s emotions in your relationships or interactions?
Other people’s emotions often overwhelm me or completely throw me off.
I can hold space for others’ emotions without absorbing them or losing my own balance.
I’m able to understand and respond to others’ emotions while staying aware of my own.
I notice others’ emotions, but I’m not always sure how to respond to them.
5 / 5
You scored a 0
Emotionally Aware & Awakening
Your emotional IQ is in an important growth phase. I can tell you’re already noticing your emotions and beginning to understand how they influence your reactions, decisions, and relationships. That awareness alone puts you ahead of where many people start. You may still feel swept up by emotions sometimes, especially in moments of stress, but your no longer completely in the dark about what’s happening internally. You're starting to see patterns—and that’s powerful. From here, your growth comes from slowing down just enough to pause before reacting and giving yourself permission to respond more intentionally. Tools like reflection, emotional naming, and gentle self-check-ins will help you strengthen this skill. One thing you can focus on right now: catching the emotion before it turns into a reaction—even one extra second of pause can change everything.
You scored a 4
Emotionally Self-Regulating
Your emotional IQ is strong and functional. You're able to recognize what you're feeling in real time and take responsibility for your emotional responses, even when things feel uncomfortable. You don’t always get it perfect, but you know how to pause, reflect, and choose how you want to show up rather than reacting on autopilot. This level of emotional regulation creates more stability in your relationships, work, and inner world. From here, your next step isn’t about controlling emotions more—it’s about trusting yourself with them. Deepening self-compassion, strengthening boundaries, and refining how you communicate your needs will help you grow even further. One memorable thing you can work on next: letting emotions inform you without letting them run the show—using them as data, not directives.
You scored a 8
Emotionally Empathic & Skilled
Your emotional IQ is advanced. You naturally understand emotional dynamics—both your own and other people’s—and you're skilled at navigating conversations, conflict, and connection with care and clarity. You tend to pick up on unspoken cues, respond thoughtfully, and create emotional safety in your relationships. This level of EQ often makes you someone others trust, lean on, or look to for guidance. The opportunity for growth here isn’t about doing more for others—it’s about doing just as much for yourself. Strengthening emotional boundaries and ensuring you don’t absorb emotions that aren’t yours will help you stay grounded and energized. One thing you can keep in mind as you grow: empathy works best when it’s paired with clear boundaries—that’s how emotional intelligence stays sustainable.
You scored a 12
Emotionally Masterful
Your emotional IQ is exceptionally high. You experience emotions as a resource rather than a burden, using them to guide thoughtful decisions, intentional communication, and aligned action—even under pressure. You trust yourself emotionally and remain steady in situations that might overwhelm others. You're able to hold space for strong emotions—yours and others’—without becoming consumed by them. This level of emotional mastery creates deep self-respect, calm confidence, and meaningful influence. From here, growth isn’t about fixing anything—it’s about refinement. Continuing to practice presence, emotional clarity, and conscious choice allows this skill to stay sharp and grounded. One powerful thing you can focus on next: using emotional intelligence not just to respond well, but to lead with intention and impact.
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