Find ways to improve some common parenting practices with emotional intelligence. When your child is upset—especially when their emotions seem a bit on the dramatic side—it can be tempting to minimize how they're feeling. But dismissive comments will teach your child that the way they're feeling is wrong. Join our Parenting with Emotional Intelligence program to learn more.
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Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and manage your emotions and the emotions of others. Emotional Intelligence skills include encouraging yourself and others to think about how others feel and finding more ways to be empathetic. Higher EQ is related to stronger mental health, better relationships, and more rewarding work life. Come reflect on what you need to UNLEARN to develop more emotional intelligence and level up your parenting.
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Did you know it is not possible to spoil a baby? Read this article to know how to respond to infant crying when all physical needs are met. Infants cry for emotional reasons and just need to be heard and comforted. The bonding cycle happens thousands of times over the years and creates a strong attachment and trust.
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When we just mow over the dandelions (ie give them prizes for going to school) then the dandelions (behaviors) are just going to keep coming back. But if we can really get to the ROOT of the behavior and figure out WHY they are being defiant every time they go to school — we are going to see real results over time. Staying curious isn’t always the fastest way. Often it takes more time and more trying, but it’s going to give us the long-term results that set our kids up for success and support a healthy relationship.
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Every child has a strength! Notice the strengths in your children & CELEBRATE THOSE! If we can find something that each child is good at in the home, on the team, or in the classroom and nurture that skill, let’s do it. Let’s empower kids with what they are naturally good at. Academic success ISN’T the goal for life. There’s so much more to life & so much more to each person that we can value.
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