John Mayer, University of New Hampshire (IMAGE) University of New Hampshire Caption John Mayer, the renowned University of New Hampshire professor and psychologist who co-developed the groundbreaking theory of emotional intelligence, now reviews decades of research to introduce another paradigm-shifting idea: that in order to become our best selves, we use an even broader intelligence -- personal intelligence -- to understand our own personality and the personalities of the people around us. Credit UNH Photographic Services Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.