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Overview

The theory of trait emotional intelligence (trait emotional self-efficacy) emerged from the distinction between two EI constructs (ability EI and trait EI; Petrides, 2001; Petrides & Furnham, 2000, 2001; Petrides, Furnham, & Frederickson, 2004). A succinct description of the distinction appears in the Encyclopaedic Dictionary of Psychology (Ed. G. Davey, 2005) and can be downloaded from here.

Below is a list of the 15 trait emotional intelligence facets, along with a brief description of each.  These facets comprise the current sampling domain of trait emotional intelligence in adults.

 

The Adult Sampling Domain of Trait Emotional Intelligence

 

Facets

High scorers perceive themselves as…   

 

Adaptability

…flexible and willing to adapt to new conditions.

Assertiveness

…forthright, frank, and willing to stand up for their rights.

Emotion perception (self and others)

…clear about their own and other people’s feelings. 

Emotion expression

…capable of communicating their feelings to others.

Emotion management (others)

…capable of influencing other people’s feelings. 

Emotion regulation

…capable of controlling their emotions. 

Impulsiveness (low)

…reflective and less likely to give in to their urges. 

Relationships

…capable of having fulfilling personal relationships.

Self-esteem

…successful and self-confident. 

Self-motivation

…driven and unlikely to give up in the face of adversity. 

Social awareness

…accomplished networkers with excellent social skills. 

Stress management

…capable of withstanding pressure and regulating stress. 

Trait empathy

…capable of taking someone else’s perspective. 

Trait happiness

…cheerful and satisfied with their lives. 

Trait optimism

…confident and likely to “look on the bright side” of life.

 

 

 

 
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