The Art of Nurturing Emotional Intelligence

The Art of Nurturing Emotional Intelligence is action research and an exploratory study which aims to explore how daily interactions among teachers and students, along with increased self-awareness impact the development of emotional intelligence. In this study, emotional intelligence has been defined as the demonstrated ability of learners and teachers to recognize and understand their own emotions, perceive the emotions of others, and effectively regulate emotional responses to foster positive interpersonal relationships and self-awareness within the school environment. This study brings into light simple and practical strategies, facilitating daily interactions among teachers and learners to nurture emotional intelligence. This study also facilitates knowledge development with context to enable emotionally aware environments within the teaching and the learning community.