Unraveling The Impact Of Emotional Intelligence And Self-Esteem On Adult Social Adaptation: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract Emotional Intelligence is generally linked to better personal adjustment and a higher sense of self. This study set out to thoroughly review the existing literature to unravel the impact of emotional intelligence and self-esteem on social adjustment in adulthood. We review the pertinent literature to understand how these elements affect one's capacity to deal with social situations effectively. Together, these studies offer clear evidence that people with high emotional Intelligence (E.I.) and positive self-esteem (S.E.) should respond to stressful situations more adaptively than people with low E.I. & negative S.E., such as reducing reactivity (less psychological degradation, less physiological arousal), and recovering more quickly as considered, even though the underlying processes that connect emotional intelligence & self-esteem with those results are mostly unclear. This study highlights significant issues that still need to be addressed and provides clear instructions for developing, applying, and assessing future interventions to boost emotional intelligence and self-esteem by fostering improved adult social adaptation.