Emotional intelligence is a strong buzzword in households and schools. Parents are generally responsible for taking care of child’s physical and emotional well being. Like grown up human beings, a kid also seek to gain autonomy. By autonomy, I mean choosing what to do and independence. With the passage of time, a kid develops self-awareness and self expression. These new attributes that a child acquires as he grows up, he starts facing emotional issues also. It’s very hard for a child to take ‘no’. It is also quite normal for a child to use frequent words like no, mine, me to, never etc. such problems are handled by tackling the subject of emotional intelligence.
To help the kids, parents must listen closely and see the challenges from your child’s perspective. You will son find out his needs and requirements. It also helps if parents accept child’s feelings and emotions, howsoever conflicting they may appear. Parents need to convey their acceptance through body language and actions. Parents really need to behave the way they want their child to follow. Remember, your child is going to follow how you behave and how you act.
Provide safe and protective environment to your kid for his emotional growth. Peace of mind is of utmost importance for any child. Finally, always express appreciation for howsoever so small things. It will help in enhancing his self-esteem and feel good factor.
