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Human Systems Emotional Wheels

When we take the time to listen to our feelings, we gain emotional awareness and learn what they are trying to communicate. Emotions are not meant to be suppressed; rather, they help us identify when we are misaligned with our needs and values, which is crucial for emotional well-being.

By improving our ability to understand and express our emotions, we can manage stress more effectively, enhance our communication with others, and foster self-compassion. For more information on the Emotion Wheels, check Human Systems. 

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Let's see how you can use the Emotion Wheel I. Start at the center of the wheel.

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At work we experience different types of emotions: Comfortable and Uncomfortable. 

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When you get a promotion, you may feel Comfortable Emotions: Happy, Loved, and Confident.

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Happy: Grateful and Excited!

Loved: Valued and Respected!

Confident: Powerful and Hopeful!

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Take 10 minutes to reflect:

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How did you feel today at work? 

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Find your ressources to go beyond

Emotional Agility
by Susan David

Emotional Agility describes a new way of living and relating to yourself and the world around you. Become aware of your true nature, learn to face your emotions with acceptance and generosity, act according to your deepest values and flourish.

Susan David has a PhD in psychology and a postdoctorate in emotions research from Yale. She is a psychologist at the Harvard Medical School and a founder and director at the Harvard/McLean-affiliated Institute of Coaching. Susan is the CEO of Evidence Based Psychology, whose worldwide client list includes Ernst and Young Global, the UN Development Program, JP Morgan Chase and GlaxoSmithKline.

Leadership Podcast Episode #7: Emotional Intelligence by Liliane Roux

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a big deal in the workplace for several reasons. Improving Emotional Intelligence (EI) can really boost how you interact with others and handle your own feelings. Listen to this episode to learn how you can get better at it in a more laid-back way.

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“Internal pain always comes out. Always. And who pays the price? We do. Our children, our colleagues, our communities.” — Susan David
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The gift and power of emotional courage | Susan David

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“… in seeing yourself, you are also able to see others, too—the only sustainable way forward in a fragile, beautiful world.” — Susan David

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The 5 Elements of Emotional Intelligence 

The five elements of emotional intelligence are:

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  • Self-awareness.

  • Self-regulation.

  • Motivation.

  • Empathy.

  • Social skills.

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Self-awareness

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How can you improve your Self-awareness?

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  • Seek constructive feedback.

  • Develop new skills by maintaining a journal.

  • Practice meditation.

  • Be mindful of your thoughts and emotions.

  • Reflect on your dreams.

  • Explore mindfulness techniques.

  • Review and learn from past experiences.

  • Set clear objectives.

  • Make positive self-talk a regular practice.

  • Strive to foster a growth mindset.

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Self-regulation

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How can you improve Self-regulation?

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  • Be attentive to your thoughts and emotions.

  • Develop your ability to handle stress.

  • Find techniques to subsume your negative feelings.

  • Consider issues as opportunities.

  • Work on your communication skills.

  • Recognise that you have the ability to respond in a variety of ways.

  • Change your thought patterns and emotional responses by psychologically reframing them. 

  • Accept your feelings and work on accepting yourself.

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Motivation

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How can you improve Motivation?

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  • Use extrinsic rewards judiciously.

  • Take pride in your achievements.

  • Aim for modest, measurable goals.

  • Incorporate challenges to keep things engaging.

  • Set goals that foster intrinsic motivation.

  • Partner with a dedicated colleague or friend to enhance accountability.

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Empathy

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How can you improve Empathy?

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  • Be open to sharing your own emotions.

  • Get involved in a community project or cause you care about.

  • Listen actively to what others are communicating.

  • Engage in kindness meditation.

  • Expand your social circle by making new friends.

  • Try to empathise by putting yourself in others' situations.

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Social skills

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How can you improve Social skills?

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  • Ask open-ended questions.

  • Use icebreakers to initiate conversations.

  • Observe and learn from others' social skills.

  • Make an effort to maintain eye contact.

  • Challenge yourself to use your social skills.

  • Practice active listening regularly.

  • Demonstrate genuine interest in those around you.

  • Be aware of how others perceive you.

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