Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (EIQ)

  • Answer as spontaneously as possible

  • There are no right or wrong answers!

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For each statement, choose the score that most represents you, based on who you really are and not whom you would like to be. Be as spontaneous and as honest as possible.
  • Very Frequently-Frequently-Occasionally-Rarely-Very Rarely

1. I am aware of my breathing when I work.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

2. When someone isn’t feeling great, I know it right away even if they don’t say anything.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

3. When something doesn’t sit well with me, I mention it right away.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

4. People confide in me easily and talk to me about how they feel.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

5. I understand the reasons behind my emotions (triggers).

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

6. I can tell what others are feeling.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

7. When someone attacks me, I try to understand what’s really going on before responding.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

8. When I have a criticism to make to someone, I express my point of view in a straightforward yet tactful manner.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

9. When something happens to me, I can clearly identify the emotions I’m feeling.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

10. I can easily perceive people’s emotions at work and at home.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

11. I can easily talk about myself and my emotions.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

12. I can easily get others to express their emotions and feelings.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

13. When I don’t feel great, I can easily figure out why.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

14. When people share their feelings with me, I quickly understand what’s going on with them.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

15. When things don't go well, I can easily manage the frustration I am experiencing.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

16. When people share their problems and feelings with me, I can help them to better handle the situation.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

17. When two people are in conflict, I can usually get them to resolve their differences.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

18. I can effectively identify the physiological changes (breathing, pulse, muscular tension) that precede an emotional reaction.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

19. I can easily detect people’s emotions: sadness, fear, anger, joy, surprise, and disgust.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

20. I readily share my feelings at work and at home.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

21. During a conversation, I pay special attention to the emotions that the other person is expressing.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

22. I easily know why I feel this or that emotion.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

23. I easily know why people are sad, frustrated, angry or afraid.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

24. When something affects me, I realize it pretty quickly.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

25. During a discussion, I can effectively detect emotions by observing people’s body language (tone of voice, facial expressions, gestures).

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

26. When something worries, frustrates or saddens me, I can talk about it directly.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

27. When I’m talking to someone and see that something is wrong, I can get them to open up about it.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

28. When someone does something that bothers me, I can quickly identify my emotion (anger, irritation, disappointment, impatience, etc.).

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

29. When someone is reacting emotionally, I can quickly see what made them react that way.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

30. When someone pushes me to react, I can keep my cool.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

31. If I say something to someone that pushes their buttons, I can take a step back and fix the situation effectively.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always

32. When someone directly confronts me, I easily maintain control over my emotions and react with composure.

1 Very Rarely 2 Rarely 3 Occasionally 4 Frequently 5 Almost Always