Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto

Welcome back, everyone! This week, we're diving into a topic that hits home for so many of us: how we talk about food with our kids (and perhaps even around them when we think they’re not listening).

I’m joined by the fabulous Fiona Kane, an award-winning Nutritional Medicine Practitioner and Mind Body Eating Coach, and we explored how our words and attitudes around food can set the stage for our kids’ relationship with eating (and emotions!) - and yes, how we can keep it healthy too.

We’ll chat about the accidental ways we nudge our kids toward emotional eating (who knew?), how our own beliefs about food can rub off on them, and why asking open-ended questions can be a game-changer for a more mindful approach.

Fiona, who’s been all over Sky News Australia, 9 News, and ABC Radio, brings her practical tips on breaking habits like boredom eating and finding joy outside of food—for both us and the kids.

So, if you’re looking to raise happy, healthy eaters (or tackle a few food habits of your own), plug in!

This episode is packed with aha moments and doable steps to help the whole family enjoy a balanced relationship with food. I loved our conversation and I know you will too.

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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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Today I’m sharing an episode where I was the guest – being interviewed by JoAnn Crohn and Brie Tucker on the No Guilt Mom podcast.

So, you’ve decided you want a happier, calmer, and more connected family, eh? Well, friend, welcome to the rollercoaster ride known as “parenting with emotional intelligence.”

Parenting often involves navigating different styles, which, being 100% honest, can sometimes feel like you and your partner are in a three-legged race…on ice. 

Emotional intelligence helps you understand each other’s perspectives and find common ground. Just imagine your kid having the ability to understand and manage their emotions while empathizing with others. Sounds like a dream, right? 

By nurturing emotional intelligence, you’re not just preparing them for playground politics but equipping them for life’s bigger challenges. Plus, who wouldn’t want a kid who can articulate their feelings instead of falling apart or throwing things in fits of anger?

So, if you’re dreaming of a happier, calmer, and more connected family, emotional intelligence is your secret weapon. Trust me, the journey might be bumpy, but the destination is oh-so-worth it.

Who knows, you might even become that zen parent who handles those spaghetti-throwing incidents with a smile. Now, that’s emotional intelligence at work!

Podcast: https://www.noguiltmom.com/podcast-2/

Transcript: https://www.noguiltmom.com/how-to-get-the-happier-calmer-and-connected-family/

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Today I’m pulling back the curtain on my own experience with anxiety and how I overcame it with Emotional Intelligence.

From my early years as a shy, anxious kid to the struggles it brought me as a teen and adult — especially when it came to school, confidence, and building my career — I’m sharing it all. Why? Because I know so many of you, whether as parents or individuals, are grappling with anxiety, too.

I explore the different types of anxiety disorders (yes, there’s more than one!) and dig into the problematic thinking patterns that underpin and fuel anxiety. This gives you such a clear window into seeing how an anxious child thinks and perceives the world around them.

Whether you’ve experienced anxiety yourself or you want to understand your kids through it, this episode is packed with insights, personal stories, and practical advice to help you build a life of calm and confidence.

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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!

Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! 🎉

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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com

Or stalk me on the socials...

Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent

FB: fb.com/stephpinto

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Guys my husband is joining me on the channel again!! 😆

A few years ago, we started off with completely different views on parenting — he was skeptical of emotional intelligence, thinking it was “soft” and a waste of time. (Might sound familiar!)

Buuuut he’s had a huge change of heart, and we dive into what shifted his perspective.

We chat about how we discipline our kids, handle big emotions, and why EI has strengthened our family bond.

Plus, we’ll bust some common myths about emotional intelligence!

Tune in to hear our story and discover how EI transformed our approach to parenting and partnership.

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Hi! I’m an award-winning Emotional Intelligence parenting consultant, best-selling author and international speaker. I’m also a paediatric anxiety therapist and I love helping kids, parents and educators use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!

Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 120,000 parents in the community! 🎉

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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com

Or stalk me on the socials...

Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent

FB: fb.com/stephpinto

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My husband's first time on the podcast you guys!!

Ever wondered what happens when two very different upbringings collide in a parenting moment?

In this special episode, I’m thrilled to welcome my husband onto the podcast for the very first time.

We dive deep into our journey dealing with a neighborhood influence that wasn’t so positive for our kids and reveal why my husband’s protective instincts kicked in full force.

Curious to know how a previously hot-headed, short-tempered guy from a different culture transformed into a calmer, more responsive, emotionally intelligent dad?

Join us as we unpack our different perspectives on boundaries, discuss how we balance them as a team, and share our approach to navigating this tricky situation.

Tune in to hear how our family has grown stronger together as a team because of emotional intelligence.

Steph.

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Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 125,000 parents in the community! 🎉

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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com

Or stalk me on the socials...

Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent

FB: fb.com/stephpinto

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