EQ measures your emotional and relational health. It’s the ability to know yourself and to empathize and understand others. Here's how it impacts your spouse, parent, co-worker, and friend.
Talking Points:
- An emotionally healthy spouse expresses their needs clearly and chooses to put the needs of their spouse above their own. Ephesians 5:25-26
- An emotionally healthy parent lovingly affirms their kids but also implements boundaries to prepare them for future independence. Matthew 3:17, Proverbs 22:6
- An emotionally healthy employee (or employer) treats others with dignity and works to unify, not divide. Ephesians 6:6, Romans 12:18
- An emotionally healthy friend walks with others authentically through life, celebrating in the good times and comforting in the hard times. Romans 12:9-10, Galatians 6:2-3
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Which of the everyday environments is hardest for you emotionally? Explain.
- If you’re married, how do you need to improve in your ability to communicate with your spouse?
- Read Ephesians 5:25-26. How did Jesus model sacrificial love for us? How does that inspire or challenge you?
- Read Proverbs 22:6. If you’re a parent, give yourself a grade on how you’re doing at affirming each of your kids. How can you improve? What are the values you want to teach your kids? How are you training them toward those values?
- Read Ephesians 6:6. Describe the environment of your workplace. Who or what contributes to an unhealthy culture? How can you be more of a positive influence there?
- Read Galatians 6:2-3. Share about a friend who has really been there for you. What can you learn from their example?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
Recommended Next: Boundaries (6-week series)
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