Social Intelligence in Everyday Life

Page: 141-143

Renu (Department of Psychology, Government PG College, Sec-1, Panchkula, Haryana)

Social intelligence is the ability of an individual to comprehend the feelings and emotions of other individuals and respond according to the situations in everyday life. Social intelligence is necessary for leading a successful life in society. According to Edward Thorndike,” social intelligence is the ability to understand and manage men and women and girls, to act wisely in human relations”. Therefore, understanding social intelligence in everyday life is very important to make healthy relations and avoid unhealthy and negative relationships. The present paper is focused on various aspects of social intelligence and how to improve it in everyday life.