TO THE QUESTION OF DEVELOPMENT OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE CENTURY OF EARLY ADULTHOOD

Abstract

The article considers the problem of the phenomenon of emotional intelligence as an integral characteristic of personality, determining the quality of its development, interpersonal relationships and opportunities for self-realization. The essence of emotional intelligence is revealed as a set of cognitive and regulatory abilities aimed at identifying, understanding and controlling one’s own and others’ emotions. Its importance in the formation of the ability to regulate the psychoemotional state, overcome negative experiences, improve the efficiency of activities and ensure psychological well-being is emphasized. It is noted that a high level of emotional intelligence has a direct impact on the success of communication, professional performance and the choice of productive strategies for overcoming stressful situations. The difference between intellectual abilities and emotional competence is noted: a high IQ does not guarantee success in life without established emotion management skills. It has been established that most people in this age category are able to realize and recognize their own emotions, which contributes to faster adaptation to new situations and a decrease in stress levels. It was revealed that adults during this period demonstrate flexibility of behavior, the ability to motivate themselves to achieve a goal and effectively apply self-regulation strategies, which has a positive effect on the effectiveness of activities. A study of factors influencing the development of emotional intelligence showed high rates on the social adaptability scale, manifested in a wide range of interests and a tendency to impatience. Analysis of the level of intelligence showed the ability of most of them to logical thinking, analysis and synthesis of information, reflected in the ability to decompose complex problems into individual elements. The results allow us to consider emotional intelligence as an important resource for adaptation and personal development in early adulthood.