Scientists' EQ: Analyzing Situations & Necessary EQ Levels

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The discussion revolves around the relationship between scientists' analytical skills and their emotional intelligence (EQ). It suggests that while scientists excel in objective analysis, their emotional quotient may not be as developed due to the nature of scientific work, which prioritizes logic and rationality over emotional considerations. The conversation highlights that science is less subjective than fields like the humanities, allowing scientists to operate effectively even with minimal emotional engagement. Additionally, it humorously notes that an overly logical approach could hinder personal relationships, implying that a balance between emotion and logic is essential in life beyond scientific endeavors.
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if scientists are good at analyzing situtations, why aren't their EQ neccesary all that great?
 
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EQ?

IQ?

If you mean IQ, then it's because IQ is worthless and the tests are flawed.

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The reference to EQ is probably referring to an "Emotional Quotient."

Science isn't really a subjective field like the humanities, so it doesn't really need to consider the emotional factor as much as objective rationalization is needed in scientific endeavours. One can be a chemist/physicist/mathematician and careless about emotions, as it isn't pertinent to their work in general; that coupled with (generally) the scientific nature to be overtly logical and practical.

Adding to that... theoretically scientists could then function in their pursuit of science if they were overly Spockish and had no emotion whatsoever, but then the scientists wouldn't have wives/husbands. :rolleyes:
 
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