Empowered minds, confident hearts: Emotional intelligence as a catalyst for self-esteem in university students

Abstract

In the subject of education, research on emotional intelligence is becoming increasingly significant. This concept has an impact on pupils' performance. It is well acknowledged that some people with lower IQs have greater success in life than others with higher IQs. This is where the idea of emotional intelligence comes into play. Developing people with emotional intelligence (EQ) and the ability to apply it effectively is just as important as producing knowledgeable folks. Individuals with high emotional intelligence are self-aware, aware of their needs, strengths, and shortcomings, able to maintain self-control, and able to build healthy relationships. In stressful situations, self-esteem is also crucial since it is linked to confident judgment and decision-making. Emotional intelligence (EI) and academic achievement are positively correlated, emphasizing that a student's educational path is particularly improved when they have the capacity to comprehend and control their emotions. This article aims to explore the relationship between emotional intelligence on self-esteem among students. Emotional intelligence enhances motivation, confidence, performance, and contentment. People with high self-esteem never give up on their belief that they deserve to succeed and put in all their effort to achieve their objectives. It is a mindset that creates the illusion of contentment, validates confidence, and draws success.