Results and Comments
The family of TEIQue instruments are among the most widely used measures to tap emotion-related individ-
ual differences in organizational, clinical, health, educational, and research settings. Hitherto, they have been
translated into more than 20 languages worldwide. The TEIQue instruments provide a solid basis for further
research into trait EI and, specifically, studying the domain of the construct and its implications in research and
applied contexts.
TRAIT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
QUESTIONNAIRE /C0SHORT FORM
Instructions: Please answer each statement below by putting a circle around the number that best reflects your
degree of agreement or disagreement with that statement. Do not think too long about the exact meaning of the state-
ments. Work quickly and try to answer as accurately as possible. There are no right or wrong answers. There are
seven possible responses to each statement ranging from ‘Completely Disagree’ (number 1) to ‘Completely Agree’
(number 7).
1.Expressing my emotions with words is not a problem for me. 1234567
2.I often find it difficult to see things from another person’s viewpoint.* 1234567
3.On the whole, I’m a highly motivated person. 1234567
4.I usually find it difficult to regulate my emotions.* 1234567
5.I generally don’t find life enjoyable.* 1234567
6.I can deal effectively with people. 1234567
7.I tend to change my mind frequently.* 1234567
8.Many times, I can’t figure out what emotion I’m feeling.* 1234567
9.I feel that I have a number of good qualities. 1234567
10.I often find it difficult to stand up for my rights.* 1234567
11.I’m usually able to influence the way other people feel. 1234567
12.On the whole, I have a gloomy perspective on most things.* 1234567
13.Those close to me often complain that I don’t treat them right.* 1234567
14.I often find it difficult to adjust my life according to the circumstances.* 1234567
15.On the whole, I’m able to deal with stress. 1234567
16.I often find it difficult to show my affection to those close to me.* 1234567
17.I’m normally able to ‘get into someone’s shoes’ and experience their emotions. 1234567
18.I normally find it difficult to keep myself motivated.* 1234567
19.I’m usually able to find ways to control my emotions when I want to. 1234567
20.On the whole, I’m pleased with my life. 1234567
21.I would describe myself as a good negotiator. 1234567
22.I tend to get involved in things I later wish I could get out of.* 1234567
23.I often pause and think about my feelings. 1234567
24.I believe I’m full of personal strengths. 1234567
25.I tend to ‘back down’ even if I know I’m right.* 1234567
26.I don’t seem to have any power at all over other people’s feelings.* 1234567
27.I generally believe that things will work out fine in my life. 1234567
28.I find it difficult to bond well even with those close to me.* 1234567
29.Generally, I’m able to adapt to new environments. 1234567
30.Others admire me for being relaxed. 1234567
Notes :
*Reverse worded item.
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Any commercial use of this instrument is strictly prohibited.
All TEIQue forms and information pertaining to their use can be obtained from the London Psychometric
Laboratory website at: www.psychometriclab.com (Retrieved January 3, 2014).400 14. MEASURES OF ABILITY AND TRAIT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
III. EMOTION REGULATION