Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids #23

The Whole Parent Podcast

Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids

Episode Number: #23

Description: In this episode of the Whole Parent Podcast, Jon discusses the importance of raising emotionally intelligent kids. Jon shares personal insights and practical steps on how parents can foster emotional intelligence in their children. Jon also opens up about his recent break from podcasting, the challenges he faced, and how taking time for self-care has impacted his parenting.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Introduction and Jon's return to podcasting
• 00:34 - Focus on topical episodes and the importance of emotional intelligence
• 01:32 - Understanding and processing emotions
• 03:31 - Personal updates (Why I ghosted)
• 08:43 - Step 1: Recognizing and understanding emotions
• 17:56 - Step 2: Naming and labeling emotions
• 30:03 - Step 3: Expressing emotions in a healthy way
• 36:00 - Encouraging kids to express their emotions

Key Takeaways:
Jon's Three Step Process for kids

1. Recognize Emotions: Check in with your body to identify physical signs of emotions.
2. Name Emotions: Labeling emotions helps in processing and understanding them better.
3. Express Emotions: Find healthy ways to express emotions, avoiding explosive outbursts.

Links to Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Mark Brackett's work on emotional intelligence
• Whole Brain Child by Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
• Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

What episode should you listen to next?

• Punishment-Free Parenting with Tina Payne Bryson

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1. Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids (00:00:00)

2. Why many of us are Emotionally Ignorant (00:09:28)

3. Step 1: Recognizing Emotions (00:18:53)

4. Step 2: Labeling Emotions (00:27:43)

5. Step 3: Expressing Emotions (00:34:59)

6. Concluding Thoughts Emotional Intelligence (00:40:36)