Hello there! On today's episode, we will be tackling why saying "oh you're okay" to our kids, is not okay. We may think that it's reassuring but sometimes it can be dismissive. Tune in to find out how to I recognized just how many times I say this, what EI is and how we can better equip our kids to be emotionally intelligent.
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00:00:15 Welcome and podcast platform update, 00:02:00 Mom Fail/Confession segment, 00:06:00 Why Saying "Oh you're okay" to our kids, is not reassuring, 00:08:15 Emotional Intelligence, 00:09:50 4 steps to validating your child's feelings, 00:15:15 Why us adults can benefit from learning about Emotional Intelligence, 00:18:00 The importance of self-awareness as parents
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Resources Mentioned: (not affiliated and not sponsored) 

• https://www.gottman.com/blog/emotional-intelligence-creates-loving-supportive-parenting/
• http://feelingswheel.com

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