Developing Self-Awareness: The first step towards higher Emotional Intelligence
Why self-awareness matter more than ever The modern world is very much defined by endless digital interactions, globalization and technology advancements. However, at the very core of this remains human connections. Without the network that us humans build to maintain relationships and collaborate, the outcome in any worlds: including academic, business or personal settings cannot be determined by technical knowledge alone. Emotional intelligence therefore plays a major role in shaping individuals to better understand themselves and make best decisions. Self-awareness which is the base on which all other emotional skills are built on is core for emotional intelligence. Hera Antonopoulou (2024) mentions that self-awareness is the ability of a person to recognize and comprehend their emotions, abilities, limitations, values and goals. This is not just about being aware of your feelings but comprehending why you felt that certain way and how it could influence y...