More than IQ, children’s emotional awareness and ability to handle feelings will determine their success and happiness.
The “Emotion Coach” parenting style makes all the difference in family success, according to researchers at The Gottman Institute.
Set limits with your child to control misbehavior. Learn to understand the emotions behind their behaviors and effective alternatives to aggression.
Establish an emotional connection, identify goals and clarify ideas for problem-solving.
Learn to adjust your solutions suggestions based on your children’s developmental stage and their ability to understand and apply past problem-solving experiences.
Encourage problem-solving within the framework of your family's values. Help your children consider consequences and find practical, ethical solutions.
Empower your child by offering advice and sharing personal anecdotes from similar experiences. Choose a solution you both agree upon and collaborate on creating an implementation plan.
Effects of this style on children: They learn to trust their feelings, regulate their own emotions, and solve problems. They have high self-esteem, learn well and get along well with others. They can cope with hard moments.