One part of this week’s
reading I found really interesting was the part about emotional intelligence. I
thought it was interesting that most many western philosophers believe in
rational thought and reason as the highest ideal of intelligence, while many
African and Asian philosophers believe that emotional intelligence should play
a more vital role in one’s life. It is interesting to tie this in with Al Gore’s
belief that there was a lack of response from American citizens in regards to
torture and the government’s response to Hurricane Katrina because we have been
desensitized by so much sensationalism in the media. I think this goes to show
that it is important to have a close awareness of our emotional state and
should regard emotional intelligence with as much respect as rational
intelligence. I think that emotional intelligence is largely responsible for
many of our bigger life decisions, such as who to marry, what field to have a
career in, etc.
I agree that emotional intelligence should be a big part of our life decisions. Sometimes in life we have to just go with our gut decisions. I mean yes, we have to go with the rational decisions at times, but in times like choosing someone to marry you must go with emotional intelligence. You can always go for the safe person that you know won't hurt you, but I feel as if it's better to go with someone that you can really enjoy being with. The rational decision may be to be with the safe person, but going with emotional intelligence can help you choose to be happy with the other person.
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