#42 Emotional Intelligence vs. Em...
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#42 Emotional Intelligence vs. Emotional Maturity: Why Knowing Isn't Enough
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Purposely Peaceful: A Therapist's Guide to Relationships, Em... by Jessica Rivera, LMFT

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Can someone be emotionally intelligent... but emotionally immature?

The answer surprises a lot of people.

In this episode, therapist Jessica Rivera and her husband, Jimmy, explore one of the biggest misconceptions in relationships: emotional intelligence and emotional maturity are not the same thing.

You'll learn why understanding emotions doesn't always translate into healthy behavior, how emotional maturity shows up during conflict, and what to watch for when you're dating or trying to build a stronger relationship.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The difference between emotional intelligence and emotional maturity
  • Why conflict reveals emotional maturity
  • How to recognize emotional growth in yourself and others
  • Common relationship patterns that keep couples stuck
  • Wh ... 
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