Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto

Anxiety Masterclass tickets here: www.stephaniepinto.com/anxious-masterclassEver stood in the school car park while your child clings to you, pleading they can’t go in, and thought… is this ever going to get easier?Or your teen is shutting themselves away in their room, refusing to go to social gatherings or other activities (that you know they’d probably LOVE)?I’ve been there. My youngest has, too. And yes, even as someone who teaches emotional intelligence and anxiety strategies, I still questioned myself in those moments (a lot).Today I'm sharing our story, from tearful mornings to the small victories that actually matter. I also dive into a few things parents often don’t realise about anxiety: why tummies hurt, why constant reassurance can backfire, and the thinking patterns of anxious brains. Plus, a story moment from a Caribbean stage where I realised I’d finally made it past the worst of my own anxiety (spoiler: it felt amazing).This episode is honest, real, and practical. You’ll get hope, a few gentle strategies you can start using immediately, and a reminder that anxious kids don’t need fixing, they need understanding and the right tools.Anxiety Masterclass tickets here: www.stephaniepinto.com/anxious-masterclass (Come live or get the recording!)If this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever had a moment where your child’s reaction felt way bigger than the situation? 🌋A small thing turns into a huge meltdown. Logic doesn’t land. Consequences do NOT work. And you’re thinking "what am I supposed to do right now?" This is for you!Today I’m joined by Elizabeth Sautter, a speech-language pathologist and author who has spent nearly 30 years supporting neurodivergent kids, families and educators. She’s also a mum of two neurodivergent (grown up) kids, so everything she shares comes from both professional experience and real life.Elizabeth introduces a simple framework she uses with families called the ABCs and 123s of co-regulation. It helps parents understand what’s happening in a child’s nervous system when emotions run high, and what actually helps in the moment.Because when kids are overwhelmed, it’s often not a discipline problem. It’s a regulation problem.In this episode we talk about:✅ Why behaviour is often a signal, not the real problem✅ Why reasoning with a dysregulated child rarely works (we’ve all tried though)✅ The power of pausing before responding✅ How your calm nervous system helps regulate your child’sI also love Elizabeth's metaphor about kids learning to ride emotional waves. "Our job isn’t to stop the waves, but to help them stay afloat while the feelings pass."She created a free resource for listeners called the Get Regulation in Real Time Toolkit, with practical tools to support kids’ emotional regulation at home or school. Grab it here.(https://elizabethsautter.com/regulation-in-real-time-toolkit)Love what you're hearing? Get your FREE Emotional Intelligence Resource Bundle at stephaniepinto.com/giftIf this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone talks about rules, consequences, and behaviour, but emotional intelligence? That’s the piece almost no one talks about!!And yet it’s the thing that actually shapes how kids handle life, relationships, and themselves.Today I’m sharing 10 of the most underrated ways to raise emotionally intelligent kids. The strategies most parents never hear about (and the ones I always share with private clients).These are simple. Practical. Surprisingly powerful shifts that can change your family’s emotional energy almost immediately.I talk about why emotions aren’t the enemy, what’s REALLY happening in your child’s brain during meltdowns, how to expand their emotional vocabulary, and why your own childhood lessons might still be quietly shaping your parenting choices.No fluff. No lectures. Just 10 actionable ways to help your kids understand themselves, express feelings safely, and grow into emotionally aware humans.PS: Get your FREE EI Resource Bundle: stephaniepinto.com/giftIf this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freebie Gift: Resource Bundle link is below!Ever feel like getting your kids to cooperate is like negotiating with dictators who happen to share your DNA? 🤣Last episode (on a similar topic) was so popular that this week I made a mini masterclass on cooperation! I'm sharing 20 emotionally intelligent tips to get your kids working with you not against you. No yelling, no bribing, no punishments. Just practical strategies that actually work and help your child feel seen, safe and capable.This isn’t about being permissive or letting kids run the show. It’s about shifting the way you connect, communicate and lead so cooperation grows naturally. If you’re tired of repeating yourself, losing your patience or feeling like everything is a constant negotiation this episode is for you.Grab a cuppa and listen in... in 28 min you’ll have 20 simple, easy-to-apply strategies that make your home calmer, your parenting more effective and maybe even a little more fun again ✅If this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!Freebie Gift: Resource Bundle: stephaniepinto.com/gift🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psst... Scroll for the link to my book on emotionally intelligent parenting! What if parenting didn’t have to rely on punishment, guilt, or constant power struggles? Yep. Really.Today I'm actually the one being interviewed! My friend Amy Nesbitt had me on her podcast, Whole Wellness Mamas, and we unpacked what emotional intelligence parenting really means, and why it’s so different from the old-school approaches many of us were raised with. This is the conversation you get to hear today!Amy and I talk about:Why punishing “bad behaviour” is SO outdated, and what actually helps kids become cooperativeHow honouring children’s emotions builds connection, trust, and resilienceWhat it looks like to model emotional regulation instead of expecting kids to “just calm down”The power of rupture and repair, taking responsibility, apologising, and rebuilding connectionWhy emotional intelligence parenting takes intention and discipline, but works for so many familiesHow parents can start noticing their own emotional cycles BEFORE reactingExpanding your emotional vocabulary so you can respond, not explodeLINK FOR MY BOOK: If this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking about feelings can be hard, for kids AND parents. Some kids talk freely, others shut down, and many sit somewhere in between. If you’ve ever felt unsure how to help your child open up, or worried about what’s going on beneath the surface, this episode is for you.Silence isn’t defiance — it’s a signal. Kids can shut down when they don’t feel emotionally safe, even when the environment is calm, loving, and well-intentioned. Today I unpack how emotional intelligence, nervous system awareness, and self-regulation change the way kids experience communication and connection.You’ll learn why kids decide (unconsciously) whether it’s safe to share, how our tone, presence, and reactions matter more than the “right words,” and how letting go of control actually builds trust. I also share simple phrases, somatic calming strategies, and mindset shifts that create space for openness without pressure, fixing, or compliance.If you want deeper connection, more trust, and conversations that happen naturally, without forcing, this episode will change the way you think about talking to your kids.If this way of thinking resonates, my book on Amazon goes deeper into these ideas — emotional intelligence as the foundation for calmer, more connected parenting. Think of it as a companion to this conversation. 📚 Find my book From Chaos To Connection by Stephanie Pinto on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This one’s an eye-opener. An 11-year-old boy is suspended from school for bullying. His parent is devastated, confused, and in shock.They turned to my parenting community online for help and ask a question so many parents would ask in that moment: “Besides taking away electronics, what else can I do?” What followed was a flood of responses. Some were deeply supportive, insightful, and grounded in emotional intelligence. Others were confronting, punitive, and honestly… alarming.So today in this episode I unpack that post from my Facebook community, Let’s Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids, and the huge range of responses it received.I talk about:Why punishment feels like the obvious answer, but often misses the markWhat bullying behaviour is really telling us about a childHow shame-based consequences ALWAYS backfireThe big (and hugely important) difference between accountability and punishmentWhat emotionally intelligent parents focus on insteadHow to support a child who has caused harm without excusing the behaviourThis is not about “letting kids off the hook.” And it’s definitely not about ignoring the impact on the other child.It’s about teaching responsibility, empathy, and change in a way that actually sticks.If you’ve ever thought, “What if this was my child?” or “How would I even handle that?” This episode is for you. Enjoy.🎁 Want to get my book From Chaos To Connection FOR FREE? This month you can get it at no cost when you get my How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids online course, which is also 50% off!! The only place to access it is here and use code 2026JANSALE.📚 Find my book on Amazon here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You promise yourself you won’t yell… and then suddenly, you have. Maybe your child’s tantrum isn’t even that big, but something in YOU snaps.If you’ve ever wondered why you react the way you do, even when you know better, this episode is for you.Today I’m not talking about how to “fix” your child, stop tantrums, or get quick compliance. I’m talking about the missing piece most parents were never taught: emotional intelligence, and how it completely changes the way you experience triggers, yelling, and discipline.I unpack why reacting is often automatic, not a failure… Why punishment and control don’t create calm (even when they seem to work short-term)… And why self-awareness, not willpower, is the skill that gives you choice in hard moments.This conversation will help you see your triggers differently, understand what’s really happening in your nervous system, and shift the focus from controlling behaviour to building connection and emotional safety.No scripts. No step-by-step formulas. Just powerful orienting principles to help you respond more intentionally, even on the haaard parenting days.If you’re tired of feeling stuck in the same cycle, and you’re ready to parent with more calm, clarity, and confidence… this is one you don’t want to miss. Press play and let’s start changing the way you show up at home.I mentioned my book From Chaos To Connection (How parenting with emotional intelligence raises kind, confident, resilient kids) - find it on Amazon here!If you prefer to watch the video, find this episode on YouTube here.🩷 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!Find my best-selling book on emotional intelligence, From Chaos To Connection on Amazon here! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FREE MINI EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE MASTERCLASS!!Even though emotional intelligence gets talked about a lot, I think it's actually understood very little.So I decided to record a free, mini masterclass for you all and publish it on the podcast. I have stripped it back for you all and rebuilt it properly. Not as a buzzword. Not as “being nice”!! And definitely not as something only parents or teachers need to worry about.This is my mini masterclass on what emotional intelligence actually is, how it shapes EVERY interaction you have, and why in 2026 it’s genuinely no longer optional regardless of who you are or where you live.You'll see why emotions are data (not disruptions), how your nervous system quietly decides whether you stay calm or lose it, and why so many adults are blaming themselves for reactions that are actually biological. I unpack the skill-building side of EI, the stages people move through when learning it, and the hidden reason awareness alone can feel uncomfortable before it feels empowering.And I couldn't NOT cover why “bad behaviour” is actually nervous system overload in disguise, how emotional intelligence predicts long-term success better than IQ, and why the adults around kids matter just as much as the kids themselves. Phew - a lot huh! You're going to love it.If you’ve ever thought:“I know better, so why do I keep reacting like this?”“Why does everything feel so much harder lately?”“How do I stay regulated when the world (and kids) are not?”It’s not a lecture. It’s not a checklist. It’s a reframe that changes how you see yourself, kids, and behaviour altogether.A must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone who wants to stop surviving interactions and start handling them with clarity, steadiness, and real choice.📲 Prefer to watch this episode and full video on YT? Find it here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parenting in 2026 isn’t harder because you’re doing it wrong. Trust me! It’s harder because the old tools don’t work anymore.Today it's the first episode of the year!! So I’m reintroducing the foundation of emotionally intelligent parenting and sharing why emotional intelligence is no longer optional, it’s essential.So I decided to talk about what emotional intelligence actually looks like in everyday family life, why behaviour is NEVER the full story, and how raising emotionally intelligent kids doesn’t require more charts, consequences, or parenting hacks.Instead, I put together a list of 26 simple, practical ways to bring emotional intelligence into your home in 2026, WITHOUT doing more (or aiming for perfection). It sounds like a lot but I promise they are quick simple bite sized things.This episode is for parents who are tired of reacting, tired of yelling, and tired of feeling like they should know better. I have a lot of teachers and therapists who listen and love the podcast too, so anyone who lives or works with kids will enjoy this!Here's to a calmer, more connected way to raise resilient, confident kids in 2026. This episode is your starting point :)📲 Prefer to watch this episode and full video on YT? Find it here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 148,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever had your child tell you something worrying, only for them to suddenly deny it?  Or stress endlessly about tests and friendships but won’t let you help? 🥴In this special 2 year anniversary episode, I’m diving into one of the most emotionally complex listener questions I’ve received so far. A mum reached out about her sensitive, bright 8-year-old who’s struggling with intense test stress, perfectionism, big mood swings at home, and confusing stories about bullying that seem to shift.This episode is one of my deepest, most layered breakdowns yet. I unpack what’s really going on beneath these behaviours, why kids often hold it together at school but unravel at home, how perfectionism and identity can get tangled, and why shame can lead children to retract stories that were emotionally true moments earlier.Even if your situation looks nothing like this one, I promise you’ll walk away with powerful insights you can apply to your own parenting. I share scripts, reframes, and emotionally intelligent strategies for supporting a dysregulated child, navigating school conversations gently and safely, and staying grounded yourself, esp when your own past experiences get triggered.It’s a heartfelt, practical, compassion-filled deep dive… and one I’m so excited to share with you.📲 Prefer to watch this episode and full video on YT? Find it here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if… the way you’ve been trying to “stay calm!” “set boundaries!” or “teach emotional regulation!” is actually the wrong way around?In this special 2-year anniversary episode of the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast — I’m sharing the 10 big lessons that completely changed the way I parent… and the way I think about parenting.These are the mindset-shifts that no one teaches us, but every emotionally intelligent parent needs to hear.I talk about:🩷 why you can’t teach calm from chaos🩷 why repair matters more than how the moment went🩷 how triggers are actually invitations🩷 and how to use emotional intelligence as strategic power in your home (not “soft, gentle, permissiveness” as so many people confuse it for)This episode is like 2 years of parenting interviews, neuroscience research, deep real-life conversations, and lived experience — distilled into 10 golden mindset resets you can start using today.Whether you’ve been here since day one, or you’re new to this community… this one will stretch you, inspire you, and make you look at parenting in a totally new way.Ok let’s kick off Year 3 with clarity, courage, and the confidence to raise a generation who will change the world... one emotionally intelligent conversation at a time! Woo!📲 Prefer to watch this episode and full video on YT? Find it here!🩷 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! Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support,collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parent Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community!🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the secret to raising confident, emotionally resilient toddlers isn’t about getting it right all the time — but what we do after things go wrong?In this heartwarming and honest conversation, I sit down with Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood and the original toddler parenting coach on Instagram, to talk about the power of repair over perfection.Together we explore:Why parents feel so much pressure to be perfect — and how the brain science shows that it’s the repair moments that truly matterHow rupture and repair wire your child’s brain for resilience and emotional intelligenceThe powerful role of repair in reducing shame (for both parents and kids)Real-life examples of what repair sounds like after yelling, meltdowns, or power strugglesWhy giving ourselves permission to be human is the key to raising secure, strong kidsDevon also shares insights from her brand-new book, Transforming Toddlerhood, which is packed with practical tools, encouragement, and a fresh, empowering perspective for parents in the thick of toddler life.If you’ve ever worried that you’re messing it up — this episode is your reminder that every moment of repair is a chance to reconnect and grow together. ORDER TRANSFORMING TODDLERHOOD NOW! https://www.transformingtoddlerhood.com/book/Follow Devon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingtoddlerhood/Prefer to watch instead of listen? Find this episode and the full video on YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoDg6uayhMY 🩷 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the start of this year, I shared a post on Instagram about children and anger, and it went VIRAL. Hundreds of thousands of parents liked, shared, and commented, because it hit home in such a powerful way.Why? Because so many of us have been fed myths about what anger in kids means, and what we’re “supposed” to do about it.So today I broke it all down.👉 What an angry child doesn’t mean (hint: think entitlement, rudeness, or needing harsher punishments).👉 What anger really is a signal of... from overwhelm to dysregulation to sensory overload.👉 How you can respond with calm, confidence, and compassion (instead of conflict).If you’ve ever felt lost, frustrated, or unsure when your child lashes out, this is the episode that will shift everything. You’ll leave with a new perspective, and practical strategies to handle anger in a way that builds connection, not chaos.🩷 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.E: [email protected]: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉 Join Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raising kids and teens can be hard right... but you don’t have to do it alone. Self-care and prioritising our wellness is also hard... do you know why most of us actually don't do it? My guest does!Drum roll please... because today I sat down with the one and only Amy Nesbitt, host of the Whole Wellness Mamas annual summit, to talk about how to overcome the challenges of motherhood, the importance of self-care, and finding a community that truly “gets it.”We discuss:The real struggles mums face and how to navigate them without losing yourselfPractical tips for managing stress, overwhelm, and the tricky child/teen yearsHow connection and support can make even the hardest parenting days feel lighterAmy’s personal experiences as a mum and the lessons she’s learned along the wayThis conversation is full of empathy, encouragement, and actionable insights... perfect for any mum who wants to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone.Grab your FREE PASS to her summit coming up next week here (click or copy/paste): https://www.wholewellnessmamas.com/summit?sa=sa00824047863b5bb9e3305d0ce57f8fef670d1005Hi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.W: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve ever felt like traditional parenting advice, or even the school system, just doesn’t FIT your child, especially if they’re neurodivergent, this episode is going to shift your perspective.I’m joined by the brilliant Christina Keeble—an AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent PDAers, and a Neurodiversity and Educational Consultant with over 23 years of experience. Christina has worked with schools, families, businesses, and government organisations to change the way we see and support neurodivergent kids.Together we dive into:✨ Why kids’ need for connection never fades (even if society acts like it should)✨ How school expectations often clash with children’s real needs✨ Why rewards and consequences often do more harm than good✨ How neurodivergent kids challenge social hierarchies—and why that’s actually a strengthStick around to the end, where Christina shares powerful insights for parents considering leaving the school system—you don’t want to miss it.This is one of those conversations that will leave you both challenged and encouraged. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to nurture trust, connection, and resilience in your kids.🎁 CLAIM YOUR GIFT! Only for listeners, you can access my popular online course for parents of ADHD kiddos: From Blowups to Balance, instead of $97 just pay $17! Head to www.stephaniepinto.com/courses and use code ADHDPOD17Hi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.W: www.stephaniepinto.comFB: fb.com/stephpintoIG @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wonder why, no matter how hard you try, you keep slipping back into the same old parenting reactions? The ones you swore you’d never repeat?You're in the right place. Today I spoke with Lael Stone, educator, TEDx speaker, parenting counsellor, and now author of the brand-new book Own Your Story. Lael told me how our childhood “imprints”, the beliefs, feelings, and patterns you absorbed when we were little, are quietly steering our parenting today.She revealed: ✨ Why your biggest triggers hold the key to your growth ✨ How to break the cycles you inherited (without shame or guilt) ✨ The gentle art of “reparenting” yourself so you can parent differently ✨ Why having kids brings your deepest wounds to the surface — and how to heal themThis is your chance to step out of the old loops and create a calmer, more connected home… starting from the inside out!!Grab a copy of Lael’s book Own Your Story, and let’s dive in!Find Lael's work at www.laelstone.com.au and her book is available at all stores and online now!🌟Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MIC DROP MOMENT!So I have now come to question every situation I've been in because... what if every argument, every eye-roll, every “you’re so unfair!” moment… isn’t just something to survive, but an invitation to finally break old habits and RECREATE who you are in the face of stress and conflict? Stay with me...Today I’m sharing a powerful coaching strategy, a monumental shift that will change how you see fights/upset/arguments/ with your kids, your partner, and even strangers at the checkout. Inspired by a real-life parenting moment that brought this lesson home for me and my son last night, I'll show you exactly how emotional intelligence helps you move from control to connection, EVEN in the heat of the moment.You’ll learn:Why conflict is never really about “winning” and the powerful quote that will transform the way you respondThe hidden truth every tough conversation reveals: the gap between who you want to be and what you’re currently doing (hello, cognitive dissonance)What to say (and not say) when tensions rise, with four practical, honest scripts you can start using todayWhy you don’t have to handle things perfectly, but you do need to do one important thing after a tense situationSimple ways to model emotionally intelligent conflict resolution for your kids — even if you’re still figuring it out yourselfThis isn’t just about staying calm. It’s about becoming the kind of parent, partner, and person you truly want to be — one choice, one conversation at a time.Because in every moment, you get to decide: Will I escalate… or evolve? 🌟 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people believe that parenting is all about managing your child’s behaviour. But the truth is BOTH your child’s outbursts AND your own reactions are driven by your nervous systems. And no-one knows this stuff!In this powerful and validating conversation, I sit down with Justin Sunseri (LMFT and host of the Stuck Not Broken podcast) to explore how the Polyvagal Theory completely shifts the way you understand both your children’s behaviour AND your own emotional patterns.We unpack:Why your child isn’t “bad”, they’re dysregulatedWhy you keep snapping, yelling, or shutting down, even when you don’t want toThe difference between compliance and true regulationHow to co-regulate with your child when you’re feeling triggered tooWhy emotionally intelligent parenting starts with nervous system awareness, not just strategyHow to begin creating a home that feels truly safe, for everyoneIf you’ve ever felt stuck in reactive loops, overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, or ashamed of your own responses, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and truly practical tools.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.FIND JUSTIN'S WORK AND PODCAST HERE: www.justinlmft.com🎁🎁🎁 My gift to you is my hugely popular, short online course that unpacks all of this! Access my Decoding and Defusing Challenging Behaviour Course for 50% off this week only, use code Decode50 and find it at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses🌟 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’re trying to be supportive. They says you’re not listening. You open up emotionally. They try to fix it.And bam, you’re both frustrated, annoyed and wondering what went wrong. Ugh (been there!).Today I'm going deep into one of the MOST overlooked emotional patterns that quietly causes distance, conflict, and even breakups in relationships... and you probably don’t even realise you’re doing it. (I had no idea till I read it was a thing!)🧠 Discover why your good intentions might still leave your partner feeling dismissed🧠 Learn the powerful shift that emotionally attuned couples make🧠 And hear the simple (tiny) weekly habit that can turn emotional clashes into deeper connectionWhether you’re the "problem-solver" or the "feeler" in your relationship, this conversation will help you start to break the cycle and reconnect where it matters most.Don’t miss this one, it might just change the way you communicate forever.(I mentioned the Gottman Institute's research - head to www.gottman.com for more)xx Steph.🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.🌟 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🧠 Think emotional intelligence is just about journaling, naming emotions or deep breathing? Think again.In this episode, I’m sharing 10 underrated, unknown and even unexpected, science-backed ways to develop your emotional intelligence.Strategies most people NEVER talk about, but that genuinely rewire your brain, calm your nervous system, and transform how you show up in everyday life.We’re talking about practical ways to build self-awareness, regulate emotions, quiet the amygdala, and strengthen your relationships (without needing to sit on a meditation pillow for hours 😉You might be a parent, a leader, or just someone who’s tired of overreacting, shutting down, or staying stuck in old emotional patterns, this episode is full of insights and inspiration that I really know you'll love. (I spent way too long prepping for this episode!!)🔔 PLUS: Keep your ears open! I’ll be announcing a brand new offer very soon that’s going to take this work to the next level. Think connection, support, and seriously life-changing growth! Be on my mailing list, or watch my socials as next week we'll launch and doors will open! xx Steph.🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.🌟 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calling all unicorns who never get frustrated or angry! This episode isn't for you 😉Ok, let's be real. The true statistic is 100% of parents have those moments where they snap, shout, or shut down... and then feel awful.You want to stay calm. You want to be patient. But sometimes it just… takes over.In this episode, we’re talking about anger from a completely new perspective - your nervous system's point of view.Because underneath the yelling or frustration is something really important: a nervous system doing its best to protect you.We’ll unpack what’s actually going on when you’re triggered, why logic alone doesn’t help in the heat of the moment, and how to start building emotional safety — not just for your kids, but for you too.You’ll learn:✅ Why anger isn’t the enemy, it’s an intelligent body signal✅ What your nervous system is trying to protect you from✅ Real tools to regulate (the experts know and use these)This isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about getting curious.Because when you understand your own triggers, you parent from a place of power, not pressure.This is only for people ready to learn the deep wisdom and understanding of the body, we're not talking quick fixes or mantas like "my child isn't giving me a hard time, they're having one". These are nice but not effective in the heat of the moment.🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.🌟 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we share a real-life moment when our child heard SUPER inappropriate language online. We talk about how we responded, how we used emotional intelligence to stay connected, and how to set boundaries without shame. If you're navigating tricky online influences with your kids, this is a must-listen.Ever had one of those blindsiding parenting moments where your child’s world collides with the internet’s wilder side, right in your living room?In this episode, my husband (yep, he’s back!) and I unpack last night’s heart-pounding scene: an innocent game, a friend’s shock-value words no ten-year-old should hear, and the split-second choice between clamping down or leaning in.We walk you through the raw, real-time conversation we had with our kids, how we drew a firm new boundary without losing trust, and why emotional intelligence (not punishment) turned a potential meltdown into a masterclass in connection.You’ll hear two perspectives (one mum, one dad, two different upbringings) and leave with practical scripts, nervous-system-savvy tips, and a fresh lens on raising kids who come to you, rather than hide from you, when things get messy.This conversation might just rewrite the way you handle the next “Wait… they said WHAT?!” moment.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on Youtube here.🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17._________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Power struggles: we’ve all been there! Sometimes daily. This was us a few years back - but no more.Your kid digs their heels in, you dig yours in deeper—and suddenly you're in a full-blown standoff over socks, screen time, or sandwiches. 🙃In this juicy and very real episode, my husband Alex is finally back on the podcast! 🎉And we’re getting into it:🔥 How he handles power struggles as a dad🔥 What he thinks of how I handle them (gulp!)🔥 Where we clash, where we align, and what we’ve learned from doing things differentlyYou’ll hear the honest, behind-the-scenes stories (yes, even the messy ones), how culture and upbringing shape our reactions, and the surprising moments we’ve actually switched roles in a power struggle.Whether you're parenting solo or as a team, this episode is full of relatable moments, real strategies, and lots of laughs.🎧 Hit play if you want to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone in the chaos.If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube here._________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guys, this weekend I did the impossible: got the kids and my husband to do a giant tidy-up, without bribes, threats, nagging, or anyone fake-crying in the laundry.And all I used? Half a sheet of paper and a pencil.No yelling, no sticker charts, no power struggles, just emotional intelligence, a simple plan, and a calm, confident vibe.In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I pulled it off so you can too. Use my hack! If you’re over being the household manager, maid, and motivational speaker all rolled into one… this one’s for you.xx Steph.(Btw the course I mentioned is From Reactive to Responsive Parenting, and is basically my how-to for overcoming the shouty, snappy habit and becoming calmer and more in control as a parent. It's usually $97, but I'd love you to have it for $17! Find it at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses and use code PODCAST17If you prefer to watch this episode on YT, here it is!_________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 140,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s here — Episode 100! 🎉In this special milestone episode, I take you behind the scenes of my journey from anxious, overwhelmed mum to founder of a global movement for emotionally intelligent parenting.From starting with just 10 people in a Facebook group to writing a bestselling book and speaking on international stages, it’s been a wild ride!I’m sharing the highs, the vulnerable moments, the lessons I’ve learned, and why emotional intelligence is NOT a soft skill — it’s essential for raising kind, confident, resilient kids.PLUS: A special giveaway to celebrate this incredible community! 💛Listen out if you're one of the 10 names I call out for the prize draw!! Winners will also be emailed in 24 hours. Woo hoo!Thanks for being here. It means more than you'll know.xx Steph.Prefer to watch? Find this episode on Youtube HERE!_________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking to kids about emotions is only going to make them soft snowflakes. Letting kids show their emotions opens them up to bullying or means they're going to walk all over us when they're mad. Right?Think again.In this episode, I’m calling out one of the biggest parenting myths around emotional intelligence, and breaking down why raising emotionally intelligent kids is the OPPOSITE of raising weak ones.I'm talking about:What real resilience actually looks like (and why “toughening up” is outdated)How emotional intelligence builds grit, problem-solving, and self-regulationThe dangerous behaviours that come from not teaching kids how to handle emotionsAnd how to raise kids who bounce back, think clearly under pressure, and own their emotions—instead of being ruled by them.Whether you’re new to the EI approach or still battling a skeptical partner or in-law, this one’s for you.PLUS — I’ll share my own story, practical examples, and a crazy-simple analogy that’ll reframe everything you thought you knew about “soft parenting.”👉 Ready to ditch the shouting and raise calm, confident, emotionally resilient kids?🎁🎁🎁 Grab my Reactive to Responsive Parenting Course for just $17 using the code PODCAST17 (normally $97!)Find it here!🎧 Pleeease take a sec to subscribe, review, and share this episode if it hit home. Let’s rewrite the parenting script, one emotionally intelligent kid at a time.Prefer to watch? I upload my episodes to YouTube too, find this one here.You’re not alone, and you don’t have to parent the way the everyone tells you.Steph xx_________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(🎁 Scroll down for my gift!! 🎁)When a mum shared online that she blew up at her 10-year-old daughter, who then jumped out of the car in a crowded carpark, the comments went WILD.Everyone flooded in with BAD ADVICE.“Take her devices!” “Be stricter!” “Punish her for being disrespectful!”Are we still in the 80's? Seems so.In this video, I break down why that advice is not only unhelpful — but actually incredibly harmful for kids who are already struggling.And it doesn't help the parent at all either!This isn’t just about disrespect or screen time… it’s about what’s going on beneath the behaviour.I’ll walk you through:🧠 Why punishment-based advice (aka behaviourism) NEVER works — especially with neurodivergent kids🧠 What your child’s “bad behaviour” is really telling you🧠 How you can stay calm and connected when your child pushes your buttons🧠 What I would have said to this mum if we were sitting down together over coffee🎁 🎁 🎁 If you’re feeling reactive, overwhelmed or stuck in power struggles, check out my course From Reactive to Responsive Parenting — it’s made exactly for moments like these.😇 Right now I'm gifting it to you for $17 instead of $97!!! Use code: PODCAST17👉 ACCESS IT HEREOr if you want 1:1 personalised support, I offer private coaching where we dive deep into your parenting patterns and create real change.👉 Find out more here.Prefer to watch? I upload my episodes to YouTube too, find this one here.You’re not alone, and you don’t have to parent the way the internet tells you to.Steph xx_________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉JOIN US HERE!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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If people knew this... it would supercharge their patience!! 🤯 #triggersYou know that moment!! Your child slams a door, rolls their eyes, or talks back, and you SNAP.And later you’re like: “Why did that hit me so hard??”(Psst, scroll down for your GIFT! 🎁 🎁 🎁)You’re not crazy. You’re actually not even overreacting. (Trust me on this).Your ✨ subconscious ✨ is triggered.And often… it’s not about the door. Or the tone. Or the words.If it WAS, we'd all be able to reduce our triggered behaviour in a few days, not a few years.In this video, I’m unpacking the real reason behind common parenting triggers like:🌋 Kids “disrespecting” you🌋 Chaos and loud noise🌋 Seeing your kids do things you were neverrr allowed to doWe’ll explore what’s really going on beneath the surface—and how you can begin to parent with emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and more peace (for you and your child).👉 PS. If you were the “well-behaved kid” growing up (like me!) this one’s going to resonate deeply. 🩷🩷🩷💬 Let’s talk about the double standards, unspoken wounds, and how you actually break the cycle.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more emotionally intelligent parenting, honesty, and heart.🎁🎁🎁 I'VE GOT A GIFT FOR YOU!Want to learn how to parent this way with confidence?Take my most popular Emotional Intelligence course, From Reactive to Responsive Parenting — it’s online, accessible worldwide, and built for parents who don’t want to be left behind.🎁 And the gift? A huge discount from $97 to $17US!!!Use code PODCAST17, find it here:✅ https://stephaniepinto.systeme.io/fromreactivetoresponsivecheckoutPrefer to watch this episode? Find it here on YouTube!_________________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A parent called me out in front of everyone at a live parenting workshop in Sydney recently!! EEK.(🎁 Scroll down for my gift!!!)Basically they said: "Why bother with emotional intelligence? Isn’t it faster to just punish and move on?"He’s right about one thing. This kind of parenting does take more time and effort. It’s inconvenient. It’s slower. It requires more of us.But it also builds something punishment never can: connection, trust, and long-term emotional resilience.So in this video, I share why I choose the harder way — the emotionally intelligent way — even when life is busy, messy, and overwhelming.Because our kids don’t need more control. They need more coaching.And the world they’re growing up in is going to demand "soft skills" like empathy, self-regulation, and communication more than EVER before.This is for the parents who want to raise emotionally intelligent humans in a fast, AI-driven world — and who are ready to lead that revolution.🎁🎁🎁 I'VE GOT A GIFT FOR YOU!Want to learn how to parent this way with confidence?Take my most popular Emotional Intelligence course, From Reactive to Responsive Parenting — it’s online, accessible worldwide, and built for parents who don’t want to be left behind.🎁 And the gift? A huge discount from $97 to $17US!!!Use code PODCAST17, link is below.✅ https://stephaniepinto.systeme.io/fromreactivetoresponsivecheckoutPrefer to watch this episode over on YT? Here's the link.Steph xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tired of yelling, bribing, or threatening your kids just to get them to clean up? I was. And I was at my wits' end.Until, I found this thing called Emotional Intelligence.In this video, I share simple yet powerful emotional intelligence strategies to help you get both younger and older kids to tidy up—without the drama. Discover how to use connection, calm leadership, and clever communication to get your kids cooperating quickly and smoothly (yes, it’s possible!).🎁 🎁 🎁 MOST POPULAR COURSE IS NOW $17 NOT $97! ⬇️🌟 "From Reactive to Responsive Parenting" is all about overcoming triggers using Emotional Intelligence. Absolute game-changer!Click below and use the code PODCAST17✅ https://stephaniepinto.systeme.io/fromreactivetoresponsivecheckout_____________________________________________________________________🩷 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parent📚 Also grab my best-selling book on Amazon: https://mybook.to/FromChaostoConnectionHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Want to learn more about coaching, courses, speaking?💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kids talking back, being stubborn or seemingly rude can flip a switch in us, FAST!You’re doing your best, then BAM, you're hit with a “You’re not the boss of me!” or “Ugh, I don’t care!” and suddenly, your calm goes out the window.If you’ve ever found yourself yelling, threatening, or feeling totally triggered when your child talks back… this video is for you.In this episode, we’ll talk about:✔️ Why backtalk feels so triggering—and what’s really going on under the surface✔️ How emotional intelligence helps you pause, breathe, and respond instead of react✔️ What your child might be trying to tell you (even if they say it with an attitude)✔️ The ONE grounding question that can stop you from exploding✔️ Why backtalk is actually an opportunity to strengthen emotional connection✨ Want to go deeper?If you’ve been stuck in reactive patterns and you’re ready to feel calm, in control, and connected again… I’ve got you!🎉 My popular course "From Reactive to Responsive Parenting" is on sale for just $17 (normally $97!)Use code PODCAST17 at checkout!Find it here!Inside, you’ll get science-backed tools to regulate your emotions, defuse power struggles, and show up as the emotionally intelligent parent your child needs, even on tough days.👉 Listen or watch over on YouTube here... and breathe easier tonight, and start turning those explosive moments into teachable ones.You’ve got this 💛_________________________________________________________________________________My new podcast is Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, check it out now at: https://www.stephaniepinto.com/podcast (or just search on your fav app).Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

😩 "WHY is bedtime so hard?!"If you’ve ever ended the night totally frazzled, snapping at your kids, and crashing on the couch in defeat—you are NOT alone.Our bedtime routine used to feel like a battlefield too. I was controlling, exhausted, and low-key blaming my husband (sorry babe!).But the truth? I was adding fuel to the fire without even realising it.In this video, I'm breaking down why bedtime is really so stressful, and it’s not just about your kids stalling or refusing to brush their teeth!Here’s what we’ll dive into:✔️ Why bedtime hits exactly when your nervous system is already DONE✔️ What your child’s wild bedtime behavior is actually trying to tell you✔️ How emotional intelligence helps you stay calm and in control—even when you’re running on empty✔️ Practical ways to manage your stress in the moment (yes, even when they say “I’m thirsty” for the 12th time)✔️ The 5-minute quick tweak that will help your child wind down AND feel emotionally connected✔️ What to do instead of yelling or bribing, and how to rebuild calmer nights that actually feel good.💡 Bedtime is more than sleep. It’s a mirror showing us how we handle pressure, chaos, and disconnection. This is your chance to make a real shift.🎥 Prefer to watch? This episode is live over on my Youtube here.🎁🎁🎁 BONUS for you guys! If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of yelling, guilt, and reactive parenting, I’ve got you. My course From Reactive to Responsive Parenting is currently just $17 (normally $97!!!) with code PODCAST17 (whilst it's still available!)It’s packed with science-backed tools to help you stay calm, set loving boundaries, and stop the spiral of stress—for good.Find it here!🎧 Hit play and change your bedtime dynamic from chaos to calm, starting tonight.🩷 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if I told you there’s a powerful parenting tool that almost no one is using... BUT it could completely change how you handle stress, overwhelm, and chaos with your kids?Today, we’re diving into a lesser-known but incredibly powerful emotional intelligence strategy called heart coherence. Most people have no idea that your heart’s energy directly impacts your brain, your stress hormones, and even how you show up when your kids are melting down.Joining me is Jackie Black, certified Results Coach and HeartMath Mentor, who’s here to share the science, the strategy, and the simple daily shifts that can help you stay calm, present, and connected, especially when your kids push everyyy single button.In this episode, we explore:🩷 What heart coherence actually is—and how it resets your stress response in real time🩷 The mind-body-heart connection that’s affecting your parenting more than you know🩷 How your emotional state impacts your child’s nervous system (yes, really!)🩷 A simple, eyes-open exercise to shift from reactive to grounded in under a minute🩷 Why heart coherence could be the missing link in your parenting toolboxThis isn’t woo woo. It’s real, it’s science-based, and it’s transforming parents’ lives.So if you’ve ever thought “I wish I could just stay calm when it all hits the fan”, this episode is your starting point.🎧 Tune in, take a breath, and discover the emotional intelligence practice that could finally help you parent from a place of peace.Find Jackie and her work at: www.instagram.com/burnoutcoachforteachers/www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-black-burnout-coach-for-teacherswww.facebook.com/BurnoutandResilienceCoach🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:1️⃣ Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)2️⃣ Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)🌟 AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resourcesPrefer to watch? This episode is live over on Youtube here.🩷 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever been trapped in the car with kids screaming, fighting, and pushing every single one of your buttons... while you’re just trying to drive safely and not lose your mind?!Yep, same.In this video, I share how I handled a real-life backseat meltdown using emotional intelligence (instead of threats, yelling, or bribes).You’ll hear the exact mindset shifts that kept me calm, what I said (and didn’t say), and why moments like this are actually golden opportunities to teach your kids emotional skills that last a lifetime.Buckle up (couldn't resist sorry), this one’s real, raw, and totally doable!!🎁 🎁 🎁 MOST POPULAR COURSE IS NOW $17 NOT $97! ⬇️🌟 "From Reactive to Responsive Parenting" is all about overcoming triggers using Emotional Intelligence. Absolute game-changer!Click below and use the code PODCAST17✅ Find it here!Prefer to watch? This episode is live over on Youtube here.🩷 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you constantly jumping in to rescue your child from big feelings, tantrums, or tough moments? You’re not alone!! So many of us were raised to believe that love means fixing, rescuing, or distracting. But what if there’s a better way? (Spoiler alert. There is.)Today I explore how emotional intelligence helps you shift from “make it stop” to “help them understand it.” You’ll learn how to hold space without rushing in, why discomfort isn’t dangerous, and how your calm presence actually builds your child’s resilience — for life.❤️ Discover why not fixing is the most loving thing you can do.🧠 Learn practical tips for supporting — not rescuing — your child through hard feelings.🚫 Stop over-validating, over-explaining, and over-helping… and start raising emotionally strong, grounded kids.🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:1️⃣ Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)2️⃣ Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)🌟 AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resourcesPrefer to watch? This episode is live over on Youtube here.🩷 Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parentHave you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 130,000+ parents in the community! 🎉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids 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!Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to https://www.stephaniepinto.com/ Or stalk me on the socials...Insta: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent/FB: fb.com/stephpintoFB Business: fb.com/stephaniepintoeqcoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emotional intelligence isn’t about being calm, Zen, or turning into some emotionless monk who never gets triggered.It’s about knowing exactly what’s going on inside you before things blow up—and using that intel to stop fights before they even start.You know those moments when someone says that thing, and you instantly feel yourself getting defensive, angry, or ready to snap back with a killer comeback?Yeah. Been there. A lot.But here’s what I’ve learned: when you’ve got emotional intelligence on your side, you stop reacting on autopilot.You stop taking everything so personally. And instead you choose how to respond.In this video, I’m breaking down how emotional intelligence helps you in arguments, disagreements, and everyday drama, and how it can actually bring more calm, connection, and (let’s be real) fewer screaming matches into your life.So if you’re tired of being dragged into unnecessary arguments, feeling misunderstood, or just wish you could stay chill when everyone else is losing it—this one’s for you.🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:1️⃣ Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)2️⃣ Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources🌟🌟🌟Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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.✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen!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!🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements.🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever caught yourself saying, “They’re just being manipulative” or “They only act out for attention”? (I have!!)I'm gonna pause you right there. Because what if that so-called “bad” behaviour… isn’t bad at all?I know, sounds ridiculous... hear me out.👇 In this video, I’m flipping the parenting script 👇You’ll learn why your child’s challenging behaviour isn’t a power play—it’s communication. And when we stop labeling kids as naughty or difficult and start getting curious, everything changes!!🎯 Here’s what I'm talking about:✅ What your child’s behaviour is really trying to tell you✅ Why labeling kids as “manipulative” shuts down connection✅ How to replace yelling and punishment with emotional intelligence✅ What to do instead when your child is melting down, hitting, or pushing your buttons✅ How to set firm, kind, shame-free boundaries that actually work✨ Spoiler alert: You CAN be the calm, confident parent your child needs—without being a pushover and without losing your cool.If you’re tired of duct-tape-style parenting strategies (you know the ones… threats, bribes, punishments) and want to build a connected, emotionally intelligent family, this one’s for you.💬 Drop a comment and tell me, what’s the one behaviour that’s been driving you wild lately? Let’s unpack it together.#emotionallyintelligentparenting #misbehavior #gentleparenting #naughtykids #parentingtips #emotionalintelligence🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources🌟🌟🌟Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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.✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen!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!🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements.🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever been around someone who’s like, “Emotional intelligence is being all soft, sweet, and floating around in a cloud of feelings all day…” and you’re like, “Aww, that’s cute. NO.”Emotional intelligence is not about being calm all the time.It’s not about never getting angry, or letting your kids walk all over you.And it’s definitely not about sitting in a circle holding hands and talking about your feelings 24/7.It is about knowing yourself, managing your reactions, showing up with empathy, and staying motivated—even when everything’s a hot mess.And honestly? There’s still so much misconception around EI, especially in the parenting world.“You're raising snowflakes!”, “You must talk about emotions all day!” Umm. Who even has time for that?!So here’s the truth: emotional intelligence helps you make smarter, more efficient, more connected, more productive… like, everything you actually want.And it has nothing to do with floating on clouds or never saying no to your kids lol.If you’ve ever thought, “Am I just too emotional,” or “Everyone says I need to toughen up,” take a seat!!Emotional intelligence isn’t weakness—it’s power.Enjoy!🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources 🌟🌟🌟Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen!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!🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements.🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m coming in hot with a truth bomb that might just flip your parenting, your self-awareness, and your whole emotional vibe on its head.Who's heard that we must learn to “control our emotions”? ME. A million times...Newsflash: This is TERRIBLE advice.Yep, I said it. So if you've ever gritted your teeth, stuffed your feelings down, or told your kid to “just calm down”, you’re not alone.We’ve all been fed this myth that emotional intelligence means being cool, calm, and collected 24/7. Like some sort of emotionless robot with a gratitude journal?! Ok then.But here's the thing: emotions aren’t meant to be controlled, they’re meant to be understood.Every feeling you have is like a little post-it note from your inner world.Anger? “Hey, your boundary just got steamrolled.”Anxiety? “Something feels off, look closer.”Disappointment? “You were hoping for something, and it didn’t land.”Emotions aren’t interruptions. They’re INTEL.So today, I’m diving into how emotional intelligence is actually about tuning in, not shutting down. I’ll show you how to listen to your emotions (without getting stuck in them), use them to guide better decisions, and teach your kids to do the same.Because once you stop shoving emotions aside and start decoding what they’re telling you?Everything. Gets. Easier.🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources🌟🌟🌟Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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.✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen!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!🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements.🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever been told that "kids just need some good ol' fashioned discipline" to learn their lesson?Yeah... let’s talk about why that advice needs to go straight to the recycling bin.I'm pulling back the curtain on the real difference between discipline and punishment — and why confusing the two can seriously mess with your child's emotional growth (and your relationship with them).Spoiler: Discipline isn’t about being "soft." It’s about being SMART.You’ll learn: ✨ Why discipline teaches and punishment backfires ✨ How discipline builds future behaviour, while punishment keeps kids stuck in shame ✨ Why connection and guidance will always beat blame and fear ✨ How real discipline actually boosts emotional intelligence (and no, yelling doesn’t count)👉 Ever wondered why your punishments aren’t "working" — no matter how many times you threaten, lecture, or take away the iPad?👉 Curious why some kids grow into sneaky, secretive teens — and how it has everything to do with how we handle mistakes when they’re little?If you’re serious about raising emotionally resilient kids, trust me — the next 25 minutes are going to be a total game-changer.Let’s change the way we parent — one empowered conversation at a time. 🎙️🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources 🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the secret to raising calm, confident, and connected kids has been quietly thriving in Denmark this whole time?? (It's been ranked in the top 5 happiest countries for over 40 years!)Not in a high-tech lab. Not in a parenting trend. But in a culture that consistently tops the charts as the happiest in the world.This week on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into The Danish Way with bestselling author and cultural researcher Jessica Joelle Alexander.If you’ve ever wished parenting could feel more peaceful, less like a power struggle, and more like a partnership—this episode is your warm, welcoming invitation.And guess what? Her brand-new book The Danish Way Everyday is out THIS week! So if you're into calm, connected parenting (I know you are), go preorder your copy right after you finish this episode. 💛In today’s episode, we chat about the powerful principles behind the Danish PARENT acronym:✅ Play✅ Authenticity✅ Reframing✅ Empathy✅ No ultimatums✅ Togethernessand how you can use these tools to raise emotionally intelligent kids without constant power struggles.We also dive into something super timely: raising responsible digital citizens. Jessica shares how a trusting, emotionally safe relationship with your child is the real safeguard in today’s digital world—not just rules and restrictions.From building calm daily rhythms to creating more hygge moments, this episode is like a warm cup of tea with a side of parenting wisdom.Find Jessica:https://thedanishway.com/https://thedanishway.com/new-book-the-danish-way-everyday/https://www.instagram.com/jessicajoellealexander/🎁 🎁 FREEBIES:Parent Guide: "3 Steps From Chaos to Connection" (How to raise emotionally intelligent kids)Parent Guide: "Beating Anxiety in Kids" (Evidence based strategies to support anxious, sensitive kids)AVAILABLE NOW at stephaniepinto.com/resources 🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever found yourself snapping at your kids and then sinking into a wave of guilt, thinking, “I swore I’d be different!!!” 😭In this powerful and heart-opening episode of the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, I’m joined by Shelly Robinson, conscious parenting coach and founder of Raising Yourself. We’re diving deep into the life-changing work of reparenting—what it really means, why it’s so essential, and how it helps you respond to your kids with calm and compassion instead of reacting from old wounds.You’ll hear the raw story of a mum I coached who broke down mid-session, struggling with her anger and shame. And if that feels familiar—if your reactions feel bigger than the moment—you are not alone.Together, Shelly and I explore:🩷 How despite all the effort we give, we cannot rely on willpower alone to parent consciously 🩷 Why reparenting your inner child is the key to breaking generational patterns🩷 The truth about anger (and what it’s really trying to tell us)🩷 How to let go of guilt and lean into self-compassion🩷 A gentle guided inner child reparenting exercise you can do with us.And don’t miss Shelly’s one-liner that might just shift your whole perspective:🌟 "Your parents have an inner child too."If you’re ready to feel less reactive, more in control, and truly seen in your parenting journey, this one’s for YOU.Find Shelly here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/raising_yourself/FB: https://www.facebook.com/raisingyourselfW: https://www.shellyrobinson.com🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Messing up as a parent: It’s not IF, it’s WHEN. 😅Trust me, even I mess up and I speak on Emotional Intelligence daily, I run conferences on it, I have courses and a book on it... so let me give you permission to lose your cool too!!However - we DO need to talk about the messy, completely normal experience of losing your cool, whether it’s yelling at the kids, snapping at your partner, or going quiet and shutting down. Especially what to do AFTER the blow-up, and how to handle it with your kids.Because emotional intelligence isn’t about being calm all the time. It’s about learning how to repair, reconnect, and actually teach our kids to do the same.I talk about:💥 Why it’s 100% human to lose your cool sometimes🧠 What’s going on in your brain and body when you snap or shut down❤️ How to do a proper repair (not just a quick “sorry”)🧒🏼 How to TEACH your kids to repair when they muck up too😶 And what to do if you’re someone who goes quiet after conflictIf you’ve ever ended the day thinking, “Ugh, why did I do that…”, this one’s for you. Let’s normalise the mess-ups and get really good at the bounce-back. 💛 Steph.🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi all, today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting podcast I'm diving deep into a game-changing topic that will profoundly shift the way you view your child's behaviour: HIDDEN TRIGGERS.Have you ever had a moment when your child or teen suddenly melts down over what seems like nothing? One moment they're fine, but the next, it's chaos over the "wrong" snack, the innocent question you asked, or a change in plans. You're left wondering, "What the heck just happened?!" Yep. I've been there too.So today, I'm letting you in on the truth: your kids aren't being difficult; they're responding to unseen triggers that their brains and nervous systems register long before they can articulate their feelings. Imagine if you could spot these triggers before they escalate into emotional blow-ups?! That’s the power of emotional intelligence in parenting! Trust me.Today I've got 11 hidden triggers that can sneakily and instantly impact your child’s emotions and behaviour, along with a few practical solutions for each that you can implement right away to support them in a more emotionally intelligent way. I explore everything from sensory overload and hunger to the effects of parental stress and overwhelming expectations.You'll hear about:Overstimulation and sensory sensitivities"Hangry” meltdownsKeeping your kids hydrated (seriously!)Creating a supportive emotional climate that models self-regulationHow to create smoother transitions between activitiesPerceived injustices (definitely a hidden trigger for many kids!)Physical discomforts and pain that you can't seeAdjusting your expectations to fit their developmental level (NOT age)Conflict exposureAnd the last one I'll keep a secret cause it's my ultimate favourite - sorry not sorry! Here's where you can really deepen your emotional intelligence and see the results... less conflict, fewer arguments, reduced yelling - seriously! And more calm, connection, and understanding.Tune in and let me give you a few more tools to navigate your kids' big emotions with grace and emotional intelligence.🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever hear people throw around terms like “fight, flight, freeze,” “nervous system,” or “relational safety” and think… what are they actually talking about? Yep, me too.As a parent (and someone who works with families), I didn’t really understand what those phrases meant... until I came across Mona Delahooke’s work. And let me tell you, once I did, everything about my kids’ behaviour suddenly made a LOT more sense!In this special re-release of our 2022 interview, Mona - who’s a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience - breaks down the science behind those frustrating, baffling behaviours our kids send our way.But this isn’t just theory—Mona shares practical, real-life strategies to help you stay calm and support your child when they’re overwhelmed.This conversation feels even more meaningful today because, in 2023, Mona survived a brain aneurysm—an experience that’s led her to slow down and prioritize her health. I feel so lucky we still have her voice and wisdom to learn from, and I’m beyond grateful to share this life-changing conversation with you.In this episode, we dive into:✅ Why your child’s “bad behaviour” is often a sign their nervous system is in distress✅ How understanding the brain makes parenting so much easier (and less stressful!)✅ Simple, effective ways to respond without yelling, punishing, or losing your coolIf you’re ready to stop feeling frustrated and start feeling empowered, this one’s for you.🌟🌟🌟 Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speak to the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on Emotional Intelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! 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! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if parenting didn’t have to be a battle of wills? And wouldn't it be nice to welcome your child's "no!" instead of it igniting a power struggle?! I feel you.Today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, I sit down with Vivek Patel, founder of Meaningful Ideas, to explore what some call a radical yet deeply effective approach—Noncoercive Collaborative Parenting.Vivek shares why kids resist us more when they trust us less - and how the common fallback to coercion damages that trust.But instead of simply telling us what not to do, Vivek offers clear, practical steps for building a relationship where cooperation flows naturally.We dive into:✨ The "Model, Guide, Friend" framework and how it can transform your parenting.✨ Why hearing “no” from our kids feels so triggering and how to embrace it as a gift.✨ How to teach kids to set boundaries and resist peer pressure, without controlling them.✨ Debunking the myth that noncoercive parenting raises “soft snowflakes” or kids who walk all over us.✨ Inspiring through values—and the importance of knowing and living your own.Vivek also shares his personal journey of raising his now-28-year-old daughter this way—despite being raised in a home filled with control and coercion. His insights are powerful, practical, and guaranteed to shift the way you think about guiding your child.💡 One of Vivek’s most powerful reminders:“When your child says no, say: ‘Thank you so much for telling your truth.’” Mindblowing?! Yup. Have you ever tried it? Probably not. Radical, powerful - TRY IT.If you’re ready to move beyond power struggles and create a parenting approach built on trust, connection, and collaboration—this episode is for you.🎧 Tune in now and discover how to guide your child while respecting their voice.Find out more about Vivek’s work here:W: meaningfulideas.comIG: @meaningfulideasFB: facebook.com/meaningfulideasYT: youtube.com/c/meaningfulideas🌟🌟🌟Hi, I'm Stephanie Pinto. I'm 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. ✅ Want me to speakto the staff your school/preschool, team or organisation on EmotionalIntelligence? Email us and we'll make it happen! If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email usat [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions! 🩷Join over 130,000 people in my online community! ➡️www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids   💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com for free resources, courses, coaching, collaborations or speaking engagements. 🥳 Find me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: www.fb.com/stephpintoYT: www.youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🚨 Your child just lied. STOP. Ignore all the advice you’ve ever been given! 🚨Have you ever caught your child in a lie and thought, “Why would they lie about something so small??” Or maybe you worry about your teen lying about the big stuff, vaping, sneaking out, or who they’re really with at night? You’re not alone.Here’s the truth (lol, pun intended): Lying isn’t just a ‘kid problem’, it’s human nature.You’ve done it, I’ve done it, we all have. But the way we react when our kids lie will shape their honesty for life. And spoiler alert: Most of us are doing it wrong.In this episode, I’m breaking down:✅ The real reasons kids lie (hint: fear, shame, and disappointment play a huge role!)✅ What NOT to do when you catch your child lying (you can totally avoid these common mistakes)✅ How to actually build a home where honesty feels safe, not scary 🩷Because let’s be real. Your child WILL mess up. It’s inevitable. The question is: Will they trust you enough to tell you the truth?It's a solo one today, you've just got me 😉 Enjoy!***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! 🎉➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids 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.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I’m joined by the incredible Marissa Taylor, an Aussie, a passionate advocate for neurodivergent children and a mum to five neurodivergent kiddos.She shares how emotional intelligence has completely changed her parenting and why so many neurodivergent children are being missed, dismissed, or even punished in schools - simply for being themselves.We also dive into:✨ The lens shift parents and teachers need to truly support neurodivergent kids (hello, Dr. Ross Greene!)✨ Why the mainstream school system often fails kids emotionally and academically✨ Why so many parents are turning to homeschooling (and whether it might be right for you)✨ PDA: Pathological Demand Avoidance (or Persistent Drive for Autonomy!), what it is and how to parent a PDA kiddo✨ How Marissa courageously navigates burnout as an ND family - such profound message in there.This episode is packed with insights, eye-openers, and of course emotional intelligence at the heart of it all. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or just someone who wants to understand neurodiversity better, you neeeed this conversation in your life.💡 Ready to rethink what’s possible for your child? Let's go.Connect with Marissa here:PDA Home Education AU: https://pdahomeedau.com/*** 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! 🎉➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids 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.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.