Have you ever found yourself reflecting on an emotional misstep, perhaps a time when you reacted impulsively to a loved one, and wished you could handle it with more grace? That's where our guest Dr. Patrick Kilcarr steps in, guiding us through the maze of emotional intelligence. As the New Year beckons, we're often enticed by the allure of resolutions, but the harsh reality is that a staggering 91% of us are set up for disappointment. This episode peels back the layers of why these well-meant promises to ourselves fall apart, highlighting the critical role emotional intelligence plays in not only shaping our personal ambitions but also in enriching our relationships and professional endeavors.Join me on Holly's Highlights podcast as we tread through the five pillars of emotional intelligence, unraveling how they interweave within the fabric of our day-to-day interactions and the importance of continuously nurturing these skills. We juxtapose the concept of EQ as a journey, not a destination, and the significance of offering ourselves and others the grace to navigate the ebbs and flows of our emotions.To cap off this enlightening episode, we probe into the vast influence of emotional intelligence on leadership and personal success, underscoring the astonishing claim that up to 80% of our life's achievements could be tied to our EQ. It's not just about the resolutions we set but about the conscious effort to enhance our emotional faculties for a more rewarding and accomplished existence. Dr. Kilcarr's insights are a beacon for anyone looking to elevate their emotional intelligence, offering a cup of wisdom for the soul as we embark on a New Year's journey of transformation.This episode brought to you by Hill ChiropracticDr. Bryce Hill801.703.35451035 W Bellwood Lane #100Murray, Utah 84123chiropractic.com/">www.hill-chiropractic.comConnect with our guest, Dr. Kilcarr:Book: Leading an emotional intelligent lifeContact: kilcarrp@georgetown.eduWebsite: theeilife.comRelated episodes on Holly's Highlights podcast:Season 4 Episode 1 - a-healthy-new-years-resolution-with-harmons-grocery-store.mp3?download=true%20">A Healthy New Year's ResolutionSeason 3 Episode 1 - moving-forward-in-a-new-year.mp3?download=true">Moving Forward in a New YearSeason 2 Episode 1 - 7-steps-to-goal-setting-in-the-new-year.mp3?blob_id=30684091&download=true">7 Steps to Goal Setting in the New Year

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