Developing your EI is an important step toward getting the full benefit of a college education. Think about it. Do you often give up because something is just too hard or you can’t figure it out? Do you take responsibility for what you do, or do you blame others if you fail? Can you really be successful in life if you don’t handle change well or if you are not open to diverse groups and their opinions? How can you communicate effectively if you are not assertive or if you are overly aggressive? If you’re inflexible, how can you solve problems, get along with coworkers and family members, or learn from other people’s points of view?