REVIEWS  for EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT LIVING

 …"Emotionally Intelligent Living is organised well, and easy to read and understand. Its style is up-beat and refreshing. It has lots of extras, such as a glossary, and lists of EI  related schools, training programs, organisations, resources and internet sites - and, of course,  many self-assessment exercises. … This book is fun to read because it maintains a positive focus and the language is straightforward and down-to-earth. … It is a sensible book that makes for nice blending of human sensitivity with the results of scientific research. Judith Pearson, PhD, Anchor Point, January 2002

"Geetu Orme's book explains in an easily accessible way how to develop your emotional intelligence, and apply it in very area of your life - from work to personal development and human relationships. Perhaps one of the most valuable books I have read this year." Richard Reed, Better Business Review

"This is a must-read book for those interested in gaining a better understanding of emotional intelligence. Emotionally Intelligent Living provides the reader with an easy-to-follow roadmap highlighting the major historical developments as well as the leading definitions and measures currently available in this field. The author has also included a rich array of innovative examples, ideas and exercises designed to improve emotionally and socially competent behaviour at home, with friends and in the workplace. She is refreshingly objective and pragmatic in presenting a number of different approaches rather than 'pushing' only one way of defining, measuring and applying emotional intelligence, which is both unique and laudable in the current EI literature. This is a very readable and straightforward how-to-do book designed to help us survive and thrive in an increasingly complex and ever-changing world. Geetu Orme is to be congratulated on a job well done." Reuven Bar-On, co-editor of The Handbook of Emotional Intelligence.

"Emotionally Intelligent Living is powerful yet practical - much like Geetu Orme herself. If there is one book you are going to read on emotional intelligence that melds cutting-edge science with practical application, this is it! A must-read from one of the pioneers in emotional intelligence." Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry, Co-Director, The Institute for Health & Human Potential (IHHP)

"Ms Orme's book is terrific. It is full of clarity and possesses a fundamentally benign and optimistic view of human potential. Ms Orme writes in a 'commonsensible' way, which is directly accessible to the reader. The whole rounded nature of the work with its self-referential quizzes, icons and so on, is also a joy. Personal anecdotes and stories from real life give extra zest to the text and point the way for everybody who is interested in realising their own potential, and improving their personal effectiveness and communication skills. I recommend this book most highly." Claire Moreland, Head, Chetham's School of Music.

"Geetu Orme's exciting new book provides a blueprint for leading more effective, satisfying lives by tapping into the power of emotion. The insights and practical tips in the book will be relevant to all types of people in every aspect of their lives. Geetu offers the reader compelling stories, useful exercises and enough background to put EQ to work on an everyday basis." Kate Cannon, The EQ Network

"This is a powerful book that explains and demystifies many of the concepts, ideas and workings of Emotional Intelligence. Using straightforward language and providing practical exercises, Geetu Orme has crafted a tool of real value and utility. Emotionally Intelligent Living accompanies the reader step by step through a process of learning, understanding and finally unlocking the power of Emotional Intelligence to help realise their full emotional potential. Emotional Intelligence is perhaps a last frontier in our understanding of ourselves and the emotions and relationships that shape our lives, happiness, successes and our wellbeing. This book will leave you in little doubt of the potential of Ei to improve the understanding that we have of ourselves and brings powerful insights into who we are and why we behave, feel and react in the ways that we do. And in doing this, it challenges us to change our lives for the better." Charles Gale

"Emotionally Intelligent Living represents a comprehensive approach to understanding a variety of the research and assessment tools for measuring emotional intelligence. The author discusses the confusion over what is called Emotional Intelligence. It is within this context that Emotionally Intelligent Living attempts to take what the author considers to be the best of what is available to produce a very readable book that individuals can use to help them live more emotionally intelligent lives.Reading it one has the feeling of being at a smorgasbord with lots of different delicacies to choose from. It feels much like a conference going from session to session. What perhaps is most helpful about the book is the author's listing of tools that one can begin using immediately to live a more Emotionally Intelligent life. What is most enjoyable is the way the author blends anecdotal episodes from her own life experience that make you feel like you are engaged in a real dialog with the author. This book is packed with information, fun to read, and dedicated to a very worthy cause. I highly recommend it!" Charles J. Wolfe Associates, LLC.

"In Emotionally Intelligent Living, Geetu Orme masterfully confronts the myth that our emotional system is a useless vestige of our evolutionary heritage and, instead, makes a persuasive case for the importance of feelings in daily interactions. Her definition of emotional intelligence as "tuning into emotions, understanding them, and taking appropriate action" represents a useful and concrete starting point for researchers and practitioners interested in appreciating how emotions color our relationships and affect our work lives. Ms.Orme provides a helpful integration of historical and scientific approaches to the functions of human emotion and relates them to the recent proliferation of interest in emotional competencies among psychotherapists, educators, executive coaches, and organizational consultants. This is a very readable and practical book that includes a helpful guide to relevant emotional intelligence tools, exercises, and websites. I am sure I will refer to it often." Peter Salovey, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Psychology, Yale University

"The scientific literature on emotional intelligence makes two points at present, as I read it. First, emotional intelligence, defined and measured as intelligence about emotions, and intelligence enhanced by emotions, involves something brand new and independent of earlier-studied personality traits. Second, emotional intelligence, defined as such an intelligence, shows promise for explaining why some people have better human relationships than others. None of us can alter any innate part of emotional intelligence that might exist, but most of us, thank goodness, can use what we have to learn. In this book, Geetu Orme, an early and strong advocate of applying the emotional intelligence concept, has described emotional practices and provided information that can help a curious individual to develop emotional knowledge. Her book represents a welcome contribution to teachings in the area that will be valued and treasured by many readers." John (Jack) D. Mayer, Department of Psychology, University of New Hampshire

"Geetu Orme has produced a well-written and thoughtful book on emotional intelligence. Yet, the book is more than that: it is an insight into an interesting and influential person in the field. Geetu's willingness to share her professional perspectives as well as her personal perspectives is one way in which this book shines. Emotionally Intelligent Living is an example of Geetu's energy, focus and tenacity. It is a high-energy book that contains very useful information but is accessible and easy to read. In fact, I read it almost in one, long sitting. Geetu provides a perspective on the field that is unique and refreshing. She is using this book to promote a cause, and unlike most authors, the cause is not herself! The cause is the development of important emotional skills in the schools through Geetu's organization, EI-UK. EI-UK leads Europe in its work on emotional intelligence for organizations and thanks to Geetu's efforts it will bring these same resources to schools and students. I hope that you enjoy this book as much as I did! Learn from the words in the book, but also, learn from example of its author." David Caruso, PhD.

"Most people haven't been well-served by books on emotional intelligence. There were a few key texts for scientists and psychologists, and there was plenty of choice for business travellers wanting something upbeat and undemanding for their journey. Geetu Orme's book changes all that. We now have a work that addresses the needs and interests of ordinary people, that doesn't over-promise or hide behind vague generalisations. Instead, she offers her readers the opportunity to use the increasingly rich body of knowledge about emotional intelligence, not for academic purposes nor or the hyperbole of business conferences, but as a means of enriching their lives. We live in world of huge potential, where, increasingly, the barriers that inhibit us come from within - from our fears, upbringing, inhibitions and lack of self-knowledge. Geetu Orme shows how the concept of emotional intelligence can be used to help us understand ourselves, combine the powers of emotion and intellect, and gradually make better choices about our lives." Neil Rankin, Editor, Competency & Emotional Intelligence Journal.

"Geetu Orme effectively introduces the reader to the vast and growing field of emotional intelligence. She writes in a way that simplifies and communicates what Ei is and why it's important to our personal and professional lives. What's more, her examples and exercises allow the reader to understand and relate to Ei personally. Her comprehensive and down-to-earth style makes this accessible to the layperson as well as the professional. This is a great addition to the field!" Ravi Prakash Tangri, Chrysalis Performance Strategies Inc.

"Emotionally Intelligent Living will prove invaluable for those who want to work seriously with emotional intelligence.The theoretical underpinnings in combination with practical and cases based on solid EQ experience will be enormously useful. The book will be a guide that both advances our thinking on emotional intelligence and gives us practical and down to earth exercises to work with". Dr. Margareta Sjölund, Kandidata, Stockholm.

"Voltaire says that "Common sense is not so common". Geetu has taken a common sense approach to a very complex subject and made it accessible and beneficial to the average person. This is a must read for all ofthose interested in and working in the field of emotional intelligence." Lea Brovedani, Sagacity Consulting.

"As a consultant to chief executives and their management teams, I observe that all business leaders have high IQ. The distinguishing feature of the truly successful is their high EQ - their ability to understand their own intuitions and to use them constructively to lead their people. Emotionally Intelligent Living introduces both the academic research and practical first steps for business leaders and their advisers to capitalise on this leadership opportunity." Keith Leslie, partner, McKinsey & Company.

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