EQ and Spirituality

[sravna]

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The term EQ has been there for quite some time but it now caught my attention because after familiarizing with what EQ is, it seems westerners are beginning to scratch the surface of spirituality.

In my view, the ability to employ one's emotions in a controlled and positive manner is far more important than one's IQ. Firstly it implies that one should posses a number of desirable qualities such as self confidence, empathy and so on. These qualities are what exactly bestow spirituality in a person. Unlike IQ it comes with practice but after long and sincere efforts. At least sincere efforts help you to project the right behavior even if right thinking seems to be difficult as the latter is a lot more difficult to master.

The world leads a lot more of EQ strong persons. In fact I would say that a person with a very high EQ is also very logical. More importantly he is wise. Education should cater to developing emotional intelligence in children as starting at an early age makes the learning task easier and the skills enduring.

If some people don't like the use of the term spirituality let us market it as EQ and try to promote the skills.

 

[Jaykay767]

Sorry have to disagree with you !

IQ is supreme, it is & will always remain the game changer in any area. In a war, one needs a brilliant strategist & general who can win, not someone with high EQ !!

Similarly when you want a winning product in the market, we need a super IQ guy to design one !!

For all other “Chekku madu” work, one can deploy high EQ guy, who will not crib about the job, but push the same files day in & day out.

Of course in life, EQ is important, when someone faces a problem, they need to face it bravely rather than sit & cry about it !! But lets not sacrifice IQ for the sake of EQ, & other considerations!!

 

[sangom]

The term EQ has been there for quite some time but it now caught my attention because after familiarizing with what EQ is, it seems westerners are beginning to scratch the surface of spirituality.

In my view, the ability to employ one's emotions in a controlled and positive manner is far more important than one's IQ. Firstly it implies that one should posses a number of desirable qualities such as self confidence, empathy and so on. These qualities are what exactly bestow spirituality in a person. Unlike IQ it comes with practice but after long and sincere efforts. At least sincere efforts help you to project the right behavior even if right thinking seems to be difficult as the latter is a lot more difficult to master.

The world leads a lot more of EQ strong persons. In fact I would say that a person with a very high EQ is also very logical. More importantly he is wise. Education should cater to developing emotional intelligence in children as starting at an early age makes the learning task easier and the skills enduring.

If some people don't like the use of the term spirituality let us market it as EQ and try to promote the skills.

I have not even now a good idea as to what this oft-repeated word "spirituality" means! The first equirement is, how do we measure, at first glance itself, the spirituality of a person? Or, just like the IQ-test, do we require some special Spirituality test to measure it?

Only when these points are cleared, we can discuss whether EQ can replace Spirituality.

 

[Vaagmi]

Sorry have to disagree with you !

IQ is supreme, it is & will always remain the game changer in any area. In a war, one needs a brilliant strategist & general who can win, not someone with high EQ !!

Similarly when you want a winning product in the market, we need a super IQ guy to design one !!

For all other “Chekku madu” work, one can deploy high EQ guy, who will not crib about the job, but push the same files day in & day out.

Of course in life, EQ is important, when someone faces a problem, they need to face it bravely rather than sit & cry about it !! But lets not sacrifice IQ for the sake of EQ, & other considerations!!

IQ and EQ are both important for decision makers who want to be Game changers.

To stress the importance of IQ is OK. But to dismiss EQ lightly is dangerous.

 

[sravna]

Dear Shri Sangom, Jaykay,

Spirituality is something which is concerned about the soul or Atman. So it is talking about Atman, its nature, qualities and so on. Finer qualities in a person reflect spiritual inclinations. Holistically, it is the level of maturity in a person.

It is possible to measure spirituality in a person if one can measure the level of maturity in a person. IQ tests do not measure maturity or wisdom. A person may possess a sky high IQ but may not be wise. The reverse is generally not true.

 

[zebra16]

Dear Shri Sangom, Jaykay,

Spirituality is something which is concerned about the soul or Atman. So it is talking about Atman, its nature, qualities and so on. Finer qualities in a person reflect spiritual inclinations. Holistically, it is the level of maturity in a person.

It is possible to measure spirituality in a person if one can measure the level of maturity in a person. IQ tests do not measure maturity or wisdom. A person may possess a sky high IQ but may not be wise. The reverse is generally not true.

In another thread you are currently talking about nirguNatva of atman or brahman and here you say EQ is about talking Atman, its qualities and so on. You have left me perplexed.

 

[renuka]

IQ and EQ are both important for decision makers who want to be Game changers.

To stress the importance of IQ is OK. But to dismiss EQ lightly is dangerous.

100% true..IQ and EQ are like our both eyes..we need it for binocular vision for clarity and precision in life.

 

[sravna]

In another thread you are currently talking about nirguNatva of atman or brahman and here you say EQ is about talking Atman, its qualities and so on. You have left me perplexed.

No sir , advaita talks about both nirguna and saguna brahman.

 

[renuka]

The term EQ has been there for quite some time but it now caught my attention because after familiarizing with what EQ is, it seems westerners are beginning to scratch the surface of spirituality.

In my view, the ability to employ one's emotions in a controlled and positive manner is far more important than one's IQ. Firstly it implies that one should posses a number of desirable qualities such as self confidence, empathy and so on. These qualities are what exactly bestow spirituality in a person. Unlike IQ it comes with practice but after long and sincere efforts. At least sincere efforts help you to project the right behavior even if right thinking seems to be difficult as the latter is a lot more difficult to master.

The world leads a lot more of EQ strong persons. In fact I would say that a person with a very high EQ is also very logical. More importantly he is wise. Education should cater to developing emotional intelligence in children as starting at an early age makes the learning task easier and the skills enduring.

If some people don't like the use of the term spirituality let us market it as EQ and try to promote the skills.

Dear Sravna,

I agree with what you wrote expect I do not see how EQ is linked with spirituality.

EQ is one's ability to withstand challenges in life.

I have come across many people with high EQ with even a high IQ but I would never want to call them 'spiritual" cos sometimes most high EQ's are ruthless and selfish people.

For example if you watch Master Chef USA you would know that some contestants never break down under pressure..high EQ but they try to get rid of their competitors with unfair means and planned strategies..they would try to win at any cost and most of the while its these types that actually win the contest.

Frankly speaking are these types "spiritual"? Heck no..they are just like Arjuna who was happy when Ekalavya was got rid of by unfair means.

A person who is truly spiritual would be brave enough to face a contestant and even accept defeat ..for a true spiritual person EQ or IQ does not matter much.

He/she is ruled by Dharma in his/her heart cos he/she know life isn't all about the number game or winning..life is about living.

 

[sravna]

Dear Renuka,

Yes you are right. That may be the way that EQ is understood. But the fact that managing emotions is being given a serious thought, something like the focus on intelligence is itself a step in the right direction.I am sure it will eventually reach its logical conclusion which is emotions should just not be controlled but transcended.

What do you think?

 

[renuka]

Dear Renuka,

Yes you are right. That may be the way that EQ is understood. But the fact that managing emotions is being given a serious thought, something like the focus on intelligence is itself a step in the right direction.I am sure it will eventually reach its logical conclusion which is emotions should just not be controlled but transcended.

What do you think?

Dear Sravna,

I agree that emotions need to be transcended..I know for sure cos I have low EQ.

When the environment is not conducive I move away from it..I do not like drastic changes..I do not like to handle difficult people.I move away from them right away. I rather not display my full potential in a difficult environment instead of trying to face it. So at times my full potential is never revealed.

Frankly speaking this is not very good for mundane life..cos it makes you more of a recluse and one's IQ can actually even be wasted.

 

[sravna]

Dear Sravna,

I agree that emotions need to be transcended..I know for sure cos I have low EQ.

When the environment is not conducive I move away from it..I do not like drastic changes..I do not like to handle difficult people.I move away from them right away. I rather not display my full potential in a difficult environment instead of trying to face it. So at times my full potential is never revealed.

Frankly speaking this is not very good for mundane life..cos it makes you more of a recluse and one's IQ can actually even be wasted.

Dear Renuka,

The toughest thing in the universe is to transcend emotions. But what I am saying is we can keep it as a goal and we will have a positive approach.

 

[renuka]

Dear Renuka,

The toughest thing in the universe is to transcend emotions. But what I am saying is we can keep it as a goal and we will have a positive approach.

Dear Sravna,


I happened to come across something my son wrote in his school book where the question was "What is your goal in life"

His answer was "My goal in life is to find about existence and to conquer myself"

I liked his answer..I don't think his teacher was expecting that answer.

 

[sravna]

Dear Sravna,


I happened to come across something my son wrote in his school book where the question was "What is your goal in life"

His answer was "My goal in life is to find about existence and to conquer myself"

I liked his answer..I don't think his teacher was expecting that answer.

Dear Renuka,

That by itself indicates great wisdom!