Theoretical approaches to the definition of emotional intelligence

Theoretical approaches to the definition of emotional intelligence were substantiated. It is shown that in modern research, there are two models of emotional intelligence: 1) capacity model, which presents the idea of the intersection of cognition and emotion; 2) mixed model (a combination of intellectual, emotional, and personality traits). The key characteristics of emotional intelligence include the ability to manage emotions, the ability to self-regulate emotional states, emotional awareness and empathy. It is proved that emotional intelligence plays a prominent role in the development of personality of psychologist.