197: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids: Tools for Real-World Families

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith dives deep into the transformative power of emotional intelligence in parenting. Learn how to recognize, understand, and manage both your emotions and your child's, creating a home environment built on connection and growth. Lisa shares practical strategies to build emotional intelligence for yourself and your children, with real-life examples and actionable tips to start using today. What You'll Learn: What emotional intelligence in parenting really means and why it's essential. The five core components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Practical ways to model emotional awareness and regulation for your children. How to teach your kids empathy, open communication, and emotional resilience. The importance of self-care for parents in maintaining emotional intelligence. Specific tools like emotional coaching and mindfulness practices to start using today.