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Training in emotional intelligence for personal and professional development

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According to Mayer and Salovey (1997: 10), “emotional intelligence includes the ability to accurately perceive, appraise, and express emotion; the ability to understand emotion and emotional knowledge; and the ability to regulate emotions to promote emotional and intellectual growth. Emotional intelligence refers to a “thinker with a heart” who perceives, understands, and manages social relationships.

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Open mind without expectations or prejudices. Flow consciously. Enjoy every step.

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The class is taught in:Spanish, English, Catalan

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