| EI Factors |
Key terms |
Description (Petrides, 2009) |
| Well-Being |
Trait happiness and optimism, self-esteem |
High-level of well-being describes a person that is happy, positive and content. Low level of well-being describes a person with low self-regard and is dissatisfied with their life. |
| Self-Control |
Stress management, emotion regulation |
High level of self-control describes a person that is able to control their urges, desires, pressure, and stress. They are not very expressive however also not suppressed. Low level of self-control describes a person that is impulsive and unable to manage stress. |
| Emotionality |
Emotion expression, relationships, empathy, emotion perception |
High level of emotionality describes a person that is highly aware of their own emotions and others. Their perception and expression of emotions are used to build good relationships. Low levels of emotionality describe a person with challenges in identifying and expressing their emotional states. Therefore, unable to sustain healthy relationships. |
| Sociability |
Emotion management, social awareness |
High levels of sociability in an individual portray a person that is confident socially thus excellent in communicating clearly and confidently in a multicultural background. Low levels of sociability portray an individual that is socially awkward and would appear as reserved. They are most likely not good in networking and diplomatic relationships. |
