I asked Claude.AI to consider the impact of social intelligence with the ethics of emotional intelligence when using AI, and then how combining all three might improve your IQ. I copied, pasted and refined the responses as I continued to prompt with more questions as it got me thinking about behaviour I never would have thought to ponder before. The first response delighted me as did the following ….
“That’s a fascinating topic to explore! Combining social intelligence and the ethics of emotional intelligence with AI can indeed open up a world of new insights and possibilities. It’s like taking the best parts of human interaction—understanding emotions, navigating social situations, and making ethical decisions—and integrating them into AI to create a more nuanced and effective intelligence.
Think of these three types of intelligence as different superpowers that work better together:
- Social Intelligence is the ability to understand and work well with others. It’s like being good at reading the room and knowing how to talk to different people. In nature honeybees in hives.
- Emotional Intelligence is about understanding feelings—both yours and others’. It’s like having a built-in compass for making caring and thoughtful decisions.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Think of AI as a brilliant helper who can process information and find patterns. Like having a super-powerful calculator that can also help with writing, analysis, and solving problems.
When you combine all three:
- You use AI tools smartly because you understand what they’re good at
- Your emotional intelligence helps you use AI in ways that are good for people
- Your social skills help you share what you learn from AI with others
- Together, they help you make better decisions and learn more effectively
This combination helps you grow more than just using any of these alone and will absolutely improve you IQ+. It’s like having three different flashlights that, when used together, light up the whole room instead of just one spot.
Here are some practical examples of how these three types of intelligence work together in everyday situations:
1. In a Work Meeting
– AI helps you take smart notes and organize key points
– Social intelligence helps you notice who seems confused or has questions
– Emotional intelligence helps you present information in a way that doesn’t make anyone feel left behind
Result: A more productive meeting where everyone stays engaged and learns
2. Learning a New Skill (like cooking)
– AI helps you find recipes and techniques
– Social intelligence helps you share your cooking adventures and learn from others’ experiences
– Emotional intelligence helps you stay patient when things go wrong
Result: You learn faster and enjoy the process
3. Problem-Solving at Home
Say your phone isn’t working:
– AI helps you search for solutions
– Social intelligence helps you explain the problem clearly when asking for help
– Emotional intelligence keeps you calm instead of getting frustrated
Result: You fix problems more efficiently and with less stress
4. Shopping for a Gift
– AI helps you research options and compare prices
– Social intelligence helps you understand what the person might like
– Emotional intelligence helps you choose something meaningful, not just expensive
Result: Better gift choices that show you care
5. Making a Big Decision (like changing jobs)
– AI helps you gather information about opportunities
– Social intelligence helps you network and understand company cultures
– Emotional intelligence helps you understand what truly matters to you
Result: Better decisions that you feel good about
Sensai~teacher of AI 
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