The Relationship between Alexitymia and Emotional Intelligence

Abstract

Self-concept is always crucial for everyone in making various decisions in their lives. Individuals having positive self-concept will be more optimistic, confident and positive about everything, which in turn can lead to better emotional intelligence. This research aims to provide an overview related to the relationship between self-concept and emotional intelligence. Individual who is able identify himself through experiences from interaction with others tends to exercise him to have a better emotional intelligence. In this case, many factors affect the establishment of self-concept. Basically, how to apply emotional intelligence has begun with self-concept in the midst of their environment. Keywords: