How to give our kids permission to feel with Dr. Marc Brackett

Today is a very special episode on emotional intelligence with world renowned researcher Dr. Marc Brackett, director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. As we navigate the intricate ties between emotions, parenting, and education, Dr. Brackett shares his profound expertise on the RULER approach and the pivotal role of emotions in shaping our lives.

Our conversation extends beyond theory to offer tangible strategies that help us grant both ourselves and our children the 'permission to feel,' a crucial step in fostering mental health and well-being.

We discuss how consistent role modeling across all environments—be it at home or school—is essential in teaching our young ones to navigate the complex world of emotions. This episode is an eye-opener for anyone looking to understand why emotional intelligence should not just be an add-on but a key component of our collective growth.

Lastly, we reflect on the profound impact that emotional intelligence can have on leadership, relationships, and personal fulfillment.

A special thank you to my guest co-host Karl Mercuri, Social and Emotional Learning Coordinator at The Priory Elementary School in Montreal.

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I am trying to get this. But I wish you unpacked how parenting can be non judgmental? As a parent you are trying to shape a child to be prepared for life. Not in a tough love way, it can be just basic stuff. Non judgmentalism sounds a lot like license. How can you ever correct behavior? Yes, implying that the kids are “bad” might the difference.