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What if parenting didnât 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 approachâNoncoercive 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 ânoâ 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 âsoft snowflakesâ or kids who walk all over us.
⨠Inspiring through valuesâand the importance of knowing and living your own.
Vivek also shares his personal journey of raising his now-28-year-old daughter this wayâdespite 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.
đĄ One of Vivekâs most powerful reminders:
âWhen your child says no, say: âThank you so much for telling your truth.ââ Mindblowing?! Yup. Have you ever tried it? Probably not. Radical, powerful - TRY IT.
If youâre ready to move beyond power struggles and create a parenting approach built on trust, connection, and collaborationâthis episode is for you.
đ§ Tune in now and discover how to guide your child while respecting their voice.
Find out more about Vivekâs work here:
W: meaningfulideas.com
IG: @meaningfulideas
FB: facebook.com/meaningfulideas
YT: youtube.com/c/meaningfulideas
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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.
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đ¨ Your child just lied. STOP. Ignore all the advice youâve ever been given! đ¨
Have you ever caught your child in a lie and thought, âWhy would they lie about something so small??â Or maybe you worry about your teen lying about the big stuff, vaping, sneaking out, or who theyâre really with at night? Youâre not alone.
Hereâs the truth (lol, pun intended): Lying isnât just a âkid problemâ, itâs human nature.
Youâve done it, Iâve 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, Iâm breaking down:
â The real reasons kids lie (hint: fear, shame, and disappointment play a huge role!)
â What NOT to do when you catch your child lying (you can totally avoid these common mistakes)
â How to actually build a home where honesty feels safe, not scary đŠˇ
Because letâs be real. Your child WILL mess up. Itâs 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 đ Enjoy!
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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!
Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.
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This week, Iâm 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.
đĄ Ready to rethink whatâs possible for your child? Let's go.
Connect with Marissa here:
PDA Home Education AU: https://pdahomeedau.com/
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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!
Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.
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Ok - big moment you guys. Iâm excited (and somewhat embarrassed!) to share this special conversation with youâone that originally aired back in 2022 in my Facebook community Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids.
Looking back, I canât help but cringe! I was SO nervous and excited to be speaking with the universal expert on parenting, education, and human behaviour: Alfie Kohn.
Letâs just say I wasnât as polished or professional as I am now⌠but the insights and wisdom? Theyâre just as powerful today as they were then.
Alfie Kohn, renowned author of Punished by Rewards, No Contest, The Homework Myth, and my personal favourite, Unconditional Parenting, (plus many others!) brings his groundbreaking research and passion for progressive education to this chat.
In this episode, we dive into:
đ Why rewards can be just as harmful as punishments for children.
đĄ What people really mean when they say, "I want to motivate my child" (spoiler: itâs often about compliance).
đ The hidden problems with praiseâespecially those high-pitched, "good job!" moments.
đŤ The true impact of time-outs and forcible isolation on kidsâ emotional well-being.
One of the most profound ideas we explored? The belief that we need to reinforce kids to behave a certain way. This comes from a hidden assumption that children arenât naturally inclined to do well on their ownâand itâs time we rethink that.
Iâm so grateful Alfie agreed to let me share this conversation here on the podcastâitâs one you wonât want to miss.
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
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Are We Training Kids to Perform? The Truth About Rewards, Behaviour & Connection with Megg Thompson.
Weâve all used themâsticker charts, gold stars, rewards for good behaviour. But what if these systems arenât actually helping kids grow? What if theyâre just training them to comply? (And then when we're not around, they stop "performing" because the motivation was never really theirs to begin with...)
In this episode, I sit down with Megg Thompson, a former Kindergarten teacher turned neuro-affirming Certified Behavior Consultant and Life Coach, to unpack the real impact of rewards and compliance-based parenting and teaching.
We dive into:
⨠Why kids "hold it together" at school but melt down at home
⨠The hidden problems with reward charts and behavior incentives
⨠Why compliance shouldnât be the goalâand what to focus on instead
⨠How traditional discipline alienates neurodivergent and struggling kids
⨠What actually works to build cooperation, trust, and connection
Megg brings her signature humour and deep insight to a conversation that will challenge what you think you know about kidsâ behaviour.
Also, she made me keep in the drunk-squirrel moments she and I had around 22-23 min mark - enjoy listening to us rack our brains when she lost her train of thought!
If you're ready to shift from power-over to partnership, ditch the rewards, and start building real, lasting connection with your kidsâthis episode is a must-listen.
Find Megg Thompson here:
http://www.instagram.com/meggthompsonbehavior
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn5Q6ZPasX6ebCZ59ClM4qw
https://meggthompson.com/
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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We all want our kids to be emotionally intelligent, right? Buuut are we actually teaching it in a way that helps them thrive?
In this episode, I let loose a mini-rant (sorry not sorry) about some common myths and misconceptions that are sending mixed messages about emotions to our kids - without us even realising it.
đ¤ We tell kids to âcalm downâ when theyâre upset, but do we always model calmness when everything goes wrong?
đ¤ We expect them to âuse their words,â but are we showing them how?
đ¤ The truth is, emotional intelligence isnât just something we teach... itâs something our kids learn from us.
Join me as I share simple, powerful ideas that can help us guide our kids through big emotions, build REAL connection, and create a home where feelings are understood, not shut down.
No guilt, no pressure. Just an honest chat (aka rant) about how we can show up as the emotional leaders our kids need.
Letâs rethink the way we teach emotional intelligence - starting today. đ
Share with someone you know might find this helpful or insightful!
Steph.
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Welcome to the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting podcast,
Iâm Stephanie Pinto. Iâm an Aussie mum of 2, a best-selling author, international speaker and award-winning coach⌠And I love all things Emotional Intelligence and parenting.
Although weâre far from perfect as parents and our kids still have big emotions from time to time, meltdowns are few and far between.
Compassion, listening and problem-solving are our go-to strategies when things go sideways, and our home is a really nice place to be.
Oh and, our house is a punishment-free zone!!
Weâre only able to do all of this because weâve learnt to handle our own emotions, we understand our kidsâ emotions and behaviour, and we work together to solve problems as a team.
If you have caught some of the episodes I've recorded with my husband Alex, go back to these episodes:
Ep 54: Parenting on the Same Page: My Husbandâs Journey into Emotional Intelligence.
Ep 60: How We Failed As New Parents with Steph and Alex.
Ep 64: When Meltdowns Turn Physical - Handling Hitting, Throwing, Kicking, And Keeping Your Cool.
Follow me on Insta @emotionally.intelligent.parent
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Hi! Iâm an award-winning Emotional Intelligence parenting consultant, best-selling author and international speaker. Iâm 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.
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Parenting is always challenging, but doing it solo comes with its own set of unique hurdles that can feel utterly overwhelming at times.
In this episode, I chat with the amazing Dr. Gila - a single parent coach, psychologist, neuropsychologist, and a single mum whoâs been through it all.
We dig into why single parents need supportive spaces (no one should have to do this alone) and explore the unique challenges and unexpected joys of raising kids solo.
Dr. Gila gets real about the pressure to be perfect and why letting go of that myth can be one of the best gifts you give yourself and your kids.
And letâs get into the buzzword of the moment: self-care. Dr. Gila introduces her practical âsink modelâ for managing emotions, showing us why itâs not about the one drop that overflows but the build-up that leads to it.
Learn how to spot when your sink is filling up and what true self-care looks like when youâre already stretched thin.
If youâre a single parent or know someone who is, this episode is packed with insights, practical tips, and the reassurance that youâre not in this alone.
We can tackle the messy, beautiful chaos of single parentingâtogether.
đŠˇđŠˇđŠˇ DR. GILA'S SINGLE PARENTING SUMMIT IS NOW LIVE! 10-12 Feb, 2025.
Your free ticket is here:
https://qnghcne02w.krtra.com/t/G34pWzhLgTrK
Web: www.drgilaparenting.com
Email: [email protected]
IG: www.instagram.com/drgila_parenting
FB: www.facebook.com/drgilaparenting/
Free resources:
PDF GUIDE: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviours (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/SP_tantrum_signup)AUDIO: Guided Meditation for Single Parents (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/SP_meditation)VIDEO: What Every Parent Needs to Know When the S**T Hits the Fan. (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/3truths)Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Most of us were never taught how to handle our emotions... we were just told to "calm down" or "stop overreacting."
But hereâs the truth: all emotions are okay, not all behaviour is. And as parents, the way we handle our emotions directly shapes how our kids learn to manage theirs.
Today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting podcast, Iâm sharing 10 powerful lessons about emotions:
How to work with them instead of against them, how to stop stress from taking over, and how to develop the emotional intelligence you need to parent with confidence, calm, and connection. Stop taking things personally, stop believing there are bad emotions, and stop thinking your kids' emotions are out of control (even when it really seems like they are!)
Because letâs be real... if we donât learn to handle our emotions, theyâll handle us. đŤŁ
đđđ I forgot to mention my upcoming Emotional Intelligence for People-Pleasers live class - it's in February, tickets via my Facebook Community, link below.
đď¸ Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1WiQyUxynD/
I mentioned my Emotional Intelligence courses for parents and educators, here are a few of them:
Introduction to Raising Emotionally Intelligent KidsSupporting Anxious KidsFrom Reactive to Responsive Parenting: Stop the Yelling with Emotional IntelligenceEFT Tapping: Overcoming Stress and Strong Emotions RapidlyFrom Blowups to Balance: Supporting ADHD Kidsâ All available at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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đŞ Are some people just naturally more resilient? Or is resilience something we can actually build? And what if weâve been thinking about stress and adversity all wrong when it comes to raising kids?
Today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, Iâm joined by Tim Curtisâformer Aussie SAS Squadron Commander, resilience expert, and co-author of The Resilience Shield. Tim has spent years leading high-stakes military operations, consulting for the UN, and now helping people understand what actually makes us resilient.
And trust me, his insights will challenge everything you thought you knew. Sorry!
We speak about:
đĄ The science of resilienceâhow much is genetic, and how much can we change?
âď¸ Why kids actually need some stress and adversity to grow stronger
đ The downside of helicopter and bulldozer parenting
đĄ The key factors that build resilience: mindset, social connections, and physical health
Also heâs given us all free access to his online resilience assessment you can take today!
Tim brings fascinating research, real-life stories, and game-changing insights on how to help both ourselves and our kids become more resilient.
If you want to raise strong, adaptable, and confident kids (and build your own resilience while youâre at it), this episode is a must-listen! đ§â¨
Find out more about Tim and his work at:
www.mettle.global
www.resilienceshield.com
www.linkedin.com/in/tim-curtis-64b8581
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Is emotional intelligence making kids âsoftâ? Or is it actually the secret to raising strong, resilient humans? đ¤
And hereâs another big question â are some emotions âbad,â or do they all serve a purpose? Todayâs guest is here to set the record straightâ and he does it with brains, humour, and a whole lot of real talk!
In this wildly insightful (and surprisingly hilarious) conversation, I chat with Professor Marc Brackett, the founding director of Yaleâs Centre for Emotional Intelligence and author of Permission to Feel. We talk about:
đ Marcâs childhood & the mentor who changed his life
âď¸ Why EI isnât about raising âsnowflakesâ
đŹ What it means to be an âemotion scientistâ
đĄ How parents can teach emotional intelligenceâeven if they werenât raised that way
đĽ Handling your own emotions when your kids are losing it
Marc is real, funny, and super smart, and this episode will leave you rethinking everything you thought you knew about emotions.
Ready to dial up your emotional intelligence in 30 min with us? Letâs dive in! đ§â¨
Find out more about Prof. Marc Brackett, his webcast (here on YT!), emotions app, his renowned RULER method and more at:
YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRA3Ffn23Cl8W4xyev6EGIw
Web: https://marcbrackett.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marc.brackett/
𼳠And don't forget to check out my self-paced online Emotional Intelligence courses at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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Today Iâm sharing the hard-earned lessons that have completely transformed my parenting, marriage, and overall outlook on life.
If youâve ever felt like emotional intelligence is valuable but complicated or time-consuming to master, this episode is for you!
I share with you some pretty personal (and profound) shifts:
â The things Iâve stopped stressing overâlike perfectionism, guilt, and controlâand how this shift has freed up my energy for what truly matters.
â How Iâve tackled my anxiety head-on and the tools I use to stay calm in high-stress moments.
â The conflicts I no longer have in parenting and marriage, thanks to replacing blame with curiosity and knowing when to pick my battles.
â A fresh perspective on parentingâseeing big emotions as opportunities to connect, not punish, and embracing the messy, imperfect moments.
â How I see my husband through a new lens, respecting his "blueprint" and working as a team without forcing change or taking things personally.
Plus, Iâll share the mindset shifts and practical strategies that have fast-tracked my emotional intelligence, so you can skip the trial-and-error and start building stronger, more connected relationships today.
Whether youâre navigating tantrums, tackling disagreements, or trying to stop spiraling into guilt, this episode is packed with insights and tools to help you thrive.
đą Tune in now to learn how to fast-track your emotional intelligence journeyâwithout all the stress and second-guessing!
If you are ready to take the next small step in your journey, JOIN ME in an online course! Here's why:
đ Flexible Access: You can learn anytime, anywhere, whether at home or on the go.
đ Self-Paced Learning: Complete courses at your own speed, fitting lessons into your schedule.
đ Stop and Start: Pause lessons when life gets busy and pick up where you left off.
đ Cost-Effective: Always more affordable than private coaching, saving time and costs.
đ Wide Variety of Resources: Access videos, worksheets, and interactive content to suit your learning style.
đť Find my emotionally intelligent parenting courses at https://www.stephaniepinto.com/courses
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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!
Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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Today I'm sharing about the fascinating (and sometimes baffling) world of early warning signs of dysregulation in kids.
Have you ever noticed your child getting overly silly, suddenly antagonizing their sibling, or making strange noises like growling or hissing?
These little quirks arenât random. Theyâre often signs that your child is beginning to feel emotionally overwhelmed or out of sync.
When you learn to recognise these subtle cues, you can step in with calm and supportive strategies that help prevent meltdowns, build connection, and teach emotional resilience.
Plus, a special guest makes an unexpected appearance! My daughter video-bombs the intro with some dance moves and plenty of giggles, so if youâre watching on YouTube, youâre in for a treat. You're welcome ;)
(Watch at youtube.com/c/StephaniePinto)
Tune in to learn the signs of emotional overwhelm by finding clues in your child's (frustrating) behaviour.
*** 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! đâĄď¸ 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. đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpintoHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does your child or teen ever lash out, shut down, or completely refuse to listen? Maybe youâve tried timeouts, threats, or punishments, but they just donât workâor worse, they seem to make things even harder. Sound familiar? Hereâs the thing: those big emotional outbursts are NOT about being ânaughtyâ or âwillful.â Thereâs so much more happening under the surface, in their brain and body, and thatâs exactly what weâre diving into today. Today Iâll help you understand whatâs *really* going on when your child is argumentative, explosive, or just plain "rude", why some of those old-school parenting tactics arenât helpful, and, most importantly, how you can use positive strategies to co-regulate with them to bring their emotions back in balance and support their behaviour. If youâre ready to feel less overwhelmed and more connected to your child, youâre in the right place.
And as I mentioned in the episode, I created a course specifically for this topic and these challenges. It's called Defusing and Decoding Challenging Behaviour, and it covers how understanding the nervous system of your child gives you the tools you need to navigate (and even often avoid) really challenging/disruptive behaviours.
One parent who took the course emailed me within minutes of finishing the course saying: "STEPH. This is by far the BEST course I have taken, I finally get why my son erupts and goes off, and I feel like I have a whole bag of tools to deal with it! Thank you so so much. I'm recommending it to all my friends!"
Find the course at https://www.stephaniepinto.com/courses *** 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! đâĄď¸ 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. đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpintoHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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YAY! The kids are home for 6 WEEKS STRAIGHT for the summer school holidays! (For us in the southern hemisphere at least) đŠ
If you've heard "Iâm bored!" 5000 times already, you're in the right place. But this is still very much relevant if you're not on vacation but maybe you're heading on a road trip, or just home with the kids but you need to get some work done!
Today I'm talking about the challenge of managing kidsâ boredom head-on. Youâll learn practical strategies to help your kids embrace downtime, spark creativity, and build independence, all while strengthening your connection as a family.
I explore:Why boredom isnât the enemy, itâs an opportunity.Fun and creative ideas to keep kids engaged without breaking the bank.How to involve kids in planning their days and encouraging independence.The importance of balancing activity with rest (aka emptiness) for both you and your kids.How emotional intelligence plays a role in tolerating and managing their whines and complaints (without losing your cool!).
Plus, I share how you can dive even deeper into building your parenting toolkit with my online courses. This week, three of my most popular coursesâFrom Reactive to Responsive Parenting, Decoding and Defusing Challenging Behaviour, and Supporting Anxious and Sensitive Kidsâare on sale for 50â61% off!
Donât miss out - check them out at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses.
Tune in for tips, laughs, and encouragement to help you navigate the holiday season with confidence. Youâve got this!
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*** If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions! Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đâĄď¸ 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. đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpintoHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Catherine Kizanaâdoctor, parent coach, and advocate for helping parents thriveâto talk about what it truly means to be a âgood enoughâ parent.
Drawing on attachment research and her coaching experience, Catherine reminds us that parenting isnât about being flawless. Itâs about being present, embracing the power of repair when we make mistakes, and meeting our childrenâs real needsânot the ones we think we should meet.
We also tackle one of the biggest traps parents fall into: comparison.
Catherine shares how to stop comparing your inner struggles to the perfect-looking lives of others on social media and start focusing on what really matters in your family.
If youâre tired of the constant pressure to do more, be more, and keep up, this episode will help you step back, breathe, and parent from a place of connection and confidence.
Tune in now to take the first step in letting go of comparison and embracing the messy, beautiful journey of being âgood enough". Yesss.
Find Catherine on Instagram at @abc_parenting_coachOr check out her website at www.abcparenting.com.au
MY COURSES ARE 50% OFF! 1. From Reactive to Responsive Parenting (How to end the yelling and overcome your triggers!)2. From Blowups to Balance (Supporting ADHD Kids at home or in the classroom!)Access them at www.stephaniepinto.com/courses***
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! đâĄď¸ 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. đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpintoHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This episode is inspired by a really thoughtful comment from a listener on our last episode over on YouTube.
They asked about one of the toughest parenting challenges: how to handle meltdowns when your child gets physically aggressiveâhitting, kicking, or even breaking things.
Parenting through aggression and meltdowns is arguably the hardest thing we face.
Alex (the husband's back!) and I dive into the question from a listener: How do you handle it when a child melts down and gets physically aggressive?
Weâre sharing our own experiences with this, including how weâve navigated hitting, kicking, and even destructive behaviour using emotional intelligence and compassion.
We go through step-by-step strategies for handling those tough momentsâlike during transitions or when switching off a deviceâwhile holding firm boundaries around unsafe or hurtful actions.
We also clear up some big confusion around consequences: when theyâre helpful, when theyâre not, and why punishments and holding a grudge can actually backfire.
If youâve ever struggled to keep your cool during your childâs meltdowns, this episode is full of relatable insights and practical tips to help you feel more calm and in control.
Have you seen my 5 new online self-paced courses on Emotional Intelligence and parenting?! They're all 50-89% off right now!!!
Introduction to Raising Emotionally Intelligent KidsFrom Reactive To Responsive Parenting: End The Yelling With Emotional IntelligenceSupporting Anxious and Sensitive KidsDecoding and Defusing Challenging BehaviourEFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques)Find them at stephaniepinto.com
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!
Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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The one idea that was REVOLUTIONARY in my marriage and parenting - how to not take behaviour personally, how to avoid conflict and resentment, how to let go of feeling like your partner is being lazy... and so much more.
If you've ever felt like youâre running on empty, or wonder why your kids hit a wall in the afternoons... tune into this episode of The Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast. I'm digging into Spoon Theory - a simple yet powerful way to understand and manage our energy and capacity.
Weâll talk about how you and your partner can support each other on those low-energy days, how to help your kids recognise their limits, and why this metaphor can make a big difference in your familyâs day-to-day life. If youâve ever wished for a better way to explain why everyone needs a break sometimes, this oneâs for you!
Psst! Looking for more tools to thrive as a parent?
My self-paced online courses are here to help! From raising emotionally intelligent kids to decoding challenging behaviours, theyâre packed with practical strategies to make parenting easier.
Courses include:
Raising Emotionally Intelligent KidsDecoding and Defusing Challenging BehavioursSupporting Anxious and Sensitive KidsEFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques)From Reactive to Responsive Parenting (aka How to Stop Shouting at Your Kids)Right now theyâre a massive 50â89% off, so grab them while theyâre hot!
Check them out on the Course page at www.stephaniepinto.com
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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In this episode, Iâm joined by parenting expert and author Michelle Mitchell to talk all things parenting tweens and teens!! đĽ°
Michelle shares why self-esteem is so crucial, and often lacking in tweens, and we explore ways parents can support kids as they navigate big changes.
𩷠From building a self-care kit to understanding the unique and powerful role dads play, this conversation is packed with practical advice.
Whether youâre a parent of tweens or teens, youâll find fresh insights to help your child thrive through these formative years.
We also discuss her new book, Tweens: What Kids Need Now Before the Teenage Years which is out NOW! đ
Follow her work at:
Web: https://michellemitchell.org/
Socials...
FB: https://www.facebook.com/michellemitchellspeaker/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/michellemitchell.author/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-mitchell-34b72118a/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@michellemitchellauthor/featured
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 125,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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Welcome back, everyone! This week, we're diving into a topic that hits home for so many of us: how we talk about food with our kids (and perhaps even around them when we think theyâre not listening).
Iâm joined by the fabulous Fiona Kane, an award-winning Nutritional Medicine Practitioner and Mind Body Eating Coach, and we explored how our words and attitudes around food can set the stage for our kidsâ relationship with eating (and emotions!) - and yes, how we can keep it healthy too.
Weâll chat about the accidental ways we nudge our kids toward emotional eating (who knew?), how our own beliefs about food can rub off on them, and why asking open-ended questions can be a game-changer for a more mindful approach.
Fiona, whoâs been all over Sky News Australia, 9 News, and ABC Radio, brings her practical tips on breaking habits like boredom eating and finding joy outside of foodâfor both us and the kids.
So, if youâre looking to raise happy, healthy eaters (or tackle a few food habits of your own), plug in!
This episode is packed with aha moments and doable steps to help the whole family enjoy a balanced relationship with food. I loved our conversation and I know you will too.
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If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!
Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 120,000 parents in the community! đ
âĄď¸ 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.
đĄ Head to www.stephaniepinto.com
Or stalk me on the socials...
Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent
FB: fb.com/stephpinto
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Today, we're pulling back the curtain on our parenting - and letâs just say, it wasnât all sunshine and Instagram-worthy moments.
This is a bunch of things we wish we knew when we first became parents...
With Alex's childhood blueprint and programming the *polar opposite* of mine, we had a lot to unlearn (and re-learn) when it came to navigating the chaos of parenthood together.
We talk about: - How giving each other space saved us from spiralling arguments. - Why you should never take your kidsâ words, or your partnerâs emotions, personally. - Alexâs journey to taking accountability and breaking the cycle of reactive behaviour. - My struggle to ask for help and express my feelings (spoiler: it wasnât pretty). - The power of understanding emotional hijacks and knowing when to step out of the situation- How to âstrike when the iron is cold.â to prevent shame, blame and basically more conflict.
Weâll also explore how his upbringing (where emotions basically didn't exist) impacted our dynamic and how weâve worked to defuse problems before they explode into snapping and snowballing.
Itâs real, raw, and maybe even a little uncomfortableâbut if youâve ever felt like youâre failing as a parent or partner, trust us, youâre not alone. Tune in for honest lessons, practical tips, and a whole lot of heart.
Hope you guys enjoy.
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My new podcast is Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, check it out now at: https://www.stephaniepinto.com/podcast (or just search on your fav app).
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Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.
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