Goleman draws a distinction between "good stress" and "bad stress," arguing that they result in different biological responses; producing adrenaline and cortisol, respectively.

What are the challenges that you find invigorating, versus those that overwhelm, or paralyze you?

1. Do you believe it's possible to transform your biological response to these challenges through a heightened emotional intelligence?
2. What are some steps you might take to increase your desired emotional competencies?
3. Provide some recent example in the news where you have observed public figures utilize stress in either a negative or positive way - provide links to articles or videos to support your points.
4. Provide commentary to your colleagues - do they get the point of this concept?