A Conversation With Riccardo Codevilla

Why do you believe SEL and EQ are important?

Without any doubt they are the only way humans can change their destiny in a good way for everyone of us and the planet. Technology is fantastic, but unfortunately it is destined to fail, as it’s not tuned with nature. The only question is: have we lost this connection as well or not? SEL and EQ keep and improve this harmonic balance.

Do you have any personal anecdotes about how SEL/EQ has brought you success in your
personal life/career?

Emotional Intelligence started my “career”. I had no idea I would have done this job in my life, until I discovered Daniel Goleman’s first book, during my last year at University. Some months later, it happened a very famous Italian Jesuit listened to a private conversation of mine. He was struck by the subject and my passion: even before I got graduated he made me holding my first public conference. Since then, I never stopped.

What do you believe to be one or two of the main challenges in education (K-8) today?

The online lessons and a lack of human relations, often imposed.

Conversely, what do you believe to be one or two of the biggest opportunities in education (K-8) today?

The ability of integrating SEL in everyday lessons and the possibility of doing virtual tours of museums or distance places, maybe too far away or expensive to reach.