Table 3: Trait Emotional Intelligence scores of radiologic technology educators.

Trait Emotional Intelligence

Mean

SD

Interpretation

Emotionality

5.37

0.85

Above Average

Expressing my emotions with words is not a problem for me

5.70

1.18

 

I often find it difficult to see things from another person’s viewpoint

4.86

1.65

 

Many times, I can’t figure out what emotion I’m feeling

4.93

1.83

 

Those close to me often complain that I don’t treat them right

5.89

1.57

 

I often find it difficult to show my affection to those close to me

5.30

1.67

 

I’m normally able to “get into someone’s shoes” and experience their emotions

5.60

1.37

 

I often pause and think about my feelings

5.26

1.49

 

I find it difficult to bond well even with those close to me

5.44

1.54

 

Self-control

4.96

0.95

Average

I usually find it difficult to regulate my emotions

4.75

1.61

 

I tend to change my mind frequently

4.11

1.71

 

On the whole, I’m able to deal with stress

5.84

1.15

 

I’m usually able to find ways to control my emotions when I want to

5.65

1.33

 

I tend to get involved in things I later wish I could get out

4.14

1.71

 

Others admire me for being relaxed

5.23

1.39

 

Sociability

4.80

0.95

Average

I can deal effectively with people

5.67

1.30

 

I often find it difficult to stand up for my rights

4.56

1.90

 

I’m usually able to influence the way other people feel

5.07

1.37

 

I would describe myself as a good negotiator

5.37

1.17

 

I tend to “back down” even if I know I’m right

4.14

1.79

 

I don’t seem to have any power at all over other people’s feelings

4.00

1.49

 

Well-being

5.64

0.87

Above Average

I generally don’t find life enjoyable

6.19

1.32

 

I feel that I have a number of good qualities

5.75

1.18

 

On the whole, I have a gloom perspective on most things

4.40

2.20

 

On the whole, I’m pleased with my life

5.88

1.04

 

I believe I’m full of personal strengths

5.61

1.33

 

I generally believe that things will work out fine in my life

6.00

1.15

 

Uncategorized facets

 

 

 

On the whole, I’m a highly motivated person

6.09

1.11

 

I often find it difficult to adjust my life according to the circumstances

5.32

1.81

 

I normally find it difficult to keep myself motivated

5.28

1.68

 

Generally, I’m able to adapt to new environments

5.98

1.14

 

Global TEI

5.27

0.74

Above average