Fluid intelligence refers to what a person can do, including the ability to reason about abstract relationships, as in solving a problem. For example, a good radiologist does not merely recite long lists of differential diagnoses but develops a targeted approach on the basis of the particular circumstances of each case.
Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to understand and respond to emotions in daily life. It involves identifying emotions in facial expressions, vocal intonations, and posture, as well as the ability to appraise the emotional nature of situations. Some people are simply more attuned to and better able to perceive others’ emotional states. In addition, emotional intelligence involves recognizing and understanding emotional meanings, as well as the ability to use emotion in reasoning. For example, curiosity enhances the ability to learn. Finally, emotionally intelligent people are adept at managing emotional responses, muting some and amplifying others. They are less likely than others to “fly off the handle” when things are not going well.
If we are to thrive, emotional intelligence and what we usually call reason need to be in a symbiotic relationship. We need to be able to reason about our emotions and to use our emotions to assist in reasoning. Emotional responses may be more or less appropriate, and sometimes we need to talk ourselves out of overreacting or remind ourselves how much we really care about someone or something. Conversely, our emotional responses to important issues can enable us to focus more intensely on the more crucial aspects of work and life."
Gunderman RB, Brown T. Emotional intelligence. J Am Coll Radiol 2011; 8(5): 298-9.
Mindfulness practice has a uniquely effective way of managing difficult emotions: http://mindfulnessforeveryone.blogspot.ca/2012/11/physically-processing-emotions.html
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