How to Test Emotional Intelligence Using Self-Reflection

How to test emotional intelligence using self-reflection

Self-reflection consists of a mental process you can use to grow your understanding of who you are, what your values are, and why you think, feel, and act the way you do. In this easy quiz we find out how to test emotional intelligence using self-reflection.

“When you self-reflect and become more conscious of what drives you, you can more easily make changes that help you more easily develop yourself or improve your life. Self-reflection can allow you to take a step back, engage in introspection, and gain perspective on what really matters to you. As a result you can make better decisions about pursuing goals in your life that suit your needs and interests.” berkeleywellbeing.com

Looking inside yourself can be especially helpful in gaining a better understanding of your emotional intelligence (or EI).

In our article Understanding Emotional Intelligence we wrote, “EI is sometimes referred to as EQ (Emotional Quotient). It is the ability to perceive, control, and evaluate your own emotions in positive ways. So it is easy to see why having strong EI can help relieve stress. It can help you communicate effectively and defuse conflict… “

There are several components to emotional intelligence. The following quiz allows you to use your own self-reflection to measure four EI aspects. These four aspects (or Quadrants) make up the core of emotional intelligence.

“How to Test Emotional Intelligence Using Self-Reflection” Instructions

In order to get meaningful results you will need to answer all questions and answer them truthfully. Answer based on who you are now, not based on who you aspire to be. You must answer all 20 questions to get meaningful results. After answering all twenty questions, just click on the SUBMIT button to get your instant results.

We hope you find “How to Test Emotional Intelligence Using Self-Reflection” interesting and helpful. If you do,, consider sharing a link to the quiz with somebody who may benefit from the test.

Your Self-Reflection Test Starts Here:

1. 
I can tell when I am reacting to a situation based on feelings and not careful thought.

2. 
I have no problem acknowledging my mistakes and apologizing.

3. 
I stay composed even when upset or angry.

4. 
I have a good idea what another person thinks of me when we are talking.

5. 
I am aware of my biases and prejudices and account for them when making an assessment or decision.

6. 
I don't let obstacles stop me from finishing a task or pursuing a goal.

7. 
I can make other people feel more encouraged.

8. 
I consider my own emotional state when making decisions.

9. 
I tend to pause and reconsider before acting on impulse.

10. 
I am capable of being calm and sympathetic when dealing with highly emotional people.

11. 
I can name the feeling or emotion I am experiencing in the moment.

12. 
I can tell the mood another person is feeling by observing expressions and body language.

13. 
I can explain how I feel without upsetting other people.

14. 
I can empathize and align my emotions with the feeling of someone I am talking to.

15. 
I consider the emotions behind my thinking and actions.

16. 
I am respected and liked even by people I don't agree with.

17. 
I learn about my own behavior by observing how others react to me.

18. 
I manage my own moods and refrain from bringing negative emotions from home to work and vice versa.

19. 
I understand why people feel the way they do.

20. 
I can persuade people without intimidating or pressuring them.

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